audiophile

noun

au·​dio·​phile ˈȯ-dē-ō-ˌfī(-ə)l How to pronounce audiophile (audio)
: a person who is enthusiastic about high-fidelity sound reproduction

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PCMag audio expert Tim Gideon praised the Studio Pro’s balanced sound and effective noise cancellation in his review, calling them an excellent choice for casual and audiophile listeners alike. Juhi Wadia, PCMAG, 16 Nov. 2024 And for audiophiles, the Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S2 is 37% off, combining luxury and immersive sound in a sleek design, a delight to your ears and your wallet. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 11 Nov. 2024 The stereo was now AKG, not Bose, and packed 19 speakers as standard; audiophiles, however, would be tempted by the optional setup that packed 36 speakers, three amps and 28-channel audio. Will Sabel Courtney, Robb Report, 31 Oct. 2024 Designed for audiophiles and home theatre enthusiasts, the PS1K provides deeper and more accurate low frequencies. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for audiophile 

Word History

Etymology

audio- + -phile entry 1

First Known Use

1951, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of audiophile was in 1951

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“Audiophile.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/audiophile. Accessed 8 Dec. 2024.

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