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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Portola will once again host Despacio, the towering audiophile disco installation designed by LCD Soundsystem’s James Murphy alongside Soulwax’s David and Stephen Dewaele and sound engineer John Klett. Spin Staff, SPIN, 28 May 2026 Serious audiophiles will appreciate the Ojas speakers in each room, preloaded with four playlists compiled by French fashion muse and music producer Caroline de Maigret, one of several guest art directors on the project. Lindsey Tramuta, Travel + Leisure, 23 May 2026 That makes the Omni ideal for a cross section of customers who are both audiophiles and gamers. Gieson Cacho, Mercury News, 14 May 2026 Richie, an audiophile, immediately recognizes the artist and sparks up a conversation. Anna Ortiz, Chicago Tribune, 9 May 2026 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 6 Jun. 2026.

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