audiobook

noun

au·​dio·​book ˈȯ-dē-ō-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce audiobook (audio)
: a recording of a book or magazine being read aloud

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Following major expansions to Spotify’s podcast branch, the audio streamer is turning its attention to its audiobooks. Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 6 Feb. 2026 That Includes annual and monthly fees associated with Amazon Prime memberships, as well as digital video, audiobook, digital music, e-book and other non-AWS subscription services. Todd Spangler, Variety, 6 Feb. 2026 According to Kathy Stalder, the Boise library system’s acquisitions and technical services manager, the most popular book and audiobook loans of 2025 included fantasy, science fiction and crime novels. Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 6 Feb. 2026 The feature is available to all Spotify audiobook listeners on most English-language titles and will expand in the future. Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 5 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for audiobook

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Etymology

audio- + book entry 1

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of audiobook was in 1942

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“Audiobook.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/audiobook. Accessed 10 Feb. 2026.

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audiobook

noun
au·​dio·​book ˈȯd-ē-ō-ˌbu̇k How to pronounce audiobook (audio)
: a recording of a book being read
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