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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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In order to determine the winners, which features one top pick in each genre, Goodreads editors analyze site statistics to identify 20 nominees in each of 15 categories — working with Audible editors to include their data for the audiobook pick. Lizz Schumer, PEOPLE, 4 Dec. 2025 Spotify found that their audiobook streams see major upticks in listeners in the weeks after premieres. Kate Erbland, IndieWire, 3 Dec. 2025 An audiobook from Cincinnati's bestselling romance author, Emily Henry, is getting global attention. Haadiza Ogwude, Cincinnati Enquirer, 3 Dec. 2025 And now The Rock ‘N’ Roll Philosopher, a project that grew from the difference between the audiobook version with music and a hardcover featuring more than 200 photographs. Jeff Metcalfe, AZCentral.com, 3 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for audiobook

Word History

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 5 Dec. 2025.

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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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