audiobook

noun

au·​dio·​book ˈȯ-dē-ō-ˌbu̇k 

: a recording of a book or magazine being read aloud

Examples of audiobook in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The audiobook will be available Aug. 19 on Spotify and other audiobook platforms. —Rachel Raposas, People.com, 22 May 2025

First unveiled as a serialized audiobook before hitting bookstands in 2023, The Shards is a dark coming-of-age tale with semi-autobiographical facets for Ellis. —Matt Grobar, Deadline, 19 May 2025

Try putting your fork or spoon down between each bite and chew your food thoroughly before swallowing. Avoid distractions while eating: Distractions include TV, tablets, work, phones, books, audiobooks, podcasts, and more. —Sohaib Imtiaz, Verywell Health, 9 May 2025

The audiobook is now available on R.J. Halbert's website and will be added to major audiobook platforms this summer. —Clare Mulroy, USA Today, 8 May 2025

Word History

Etymology

audio- + book entry 1

First Known Use

1942, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for audiobook

• kinderhook
• meadowbrook
• overlook
• overtook
• pocketbook
• storybook
• tillamook
• undertook
• betook
• casebook
• chapbook
• checkbook

Kids Definition

audiobook

noun

au·​dio·​book ˈȯd-ē-ō-ˌbu̇k 

: a recording of a book being read