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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The process is already in use by audiophiles, streamers and casual listeners alike. Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 28 Apr. 2025 Casual viewers and seasoned audiophiles alike will feel pulled into every scene, from blockbuster action to subtle dialogue. Shubham Yewale, PC Magazine, 21 Apr. 2025 Often handcrafted from precious materials, the IEMs are miniature pieces of art and have a serious following from audiophiles and sound industry professionals. Mark Sparrow, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 For audiophiles, both established and aspirational, the best way to listen to music on the go is with the device’s evolutionary endpoint, the digital audio player (DAP). Robert Ross, Robb Report, 26 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for audiophile

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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 27 May. 2025.

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