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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Simon & Schuster says Franklyn will voice the audiobook for her memoir about her exit from the Call Her Daddy podcast. Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 25 Feb. 2026 Perhaps the gut microbiome, beginning with a long article, which will appear as an audiobook. Shelby Hartman, Los Angeles Times, 24 Feb. 2026 In his new role, Lewy will oversee the creative development and production of Audible audio dramas, exclusive audiobooks, podcasts, and investigative series. Dade Hayes, Deadline, 23 Feb. 2026 Kindles also provide access to audiobooks through Audible, which requires a membership to access its extensive listening catalog of audiobooks, podcasts and Audible Originals. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 23 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

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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 3 Mar. 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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