browser

noun

brows·​er ˈbrau̇-zər 

1

: one that browses

2

: a computer program used for accessing sites or information on a network (such as the Internet)

Examples of browser in a Sentence

There were a few browsers in the bookstore.

Recent Examples on the Web

The final payloads, tailored to the type of platform visiting, attempted to steal browser cookies and, in some cases, Wi-Fi passwords and full mobile device data. — Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 4 Nov. 2026

Install current browser, operating system and security updates. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 3 Nov. 2026

The category includes a wide variety of products and subscriptions, including iCloud storage, App Store fees, AppleCare warranties, and licensing revenue from Google for using its search engine on the Safari browser. — Kif Leswing, CNBC, 2 Nov. 2026

Let coding assistants generate unit tests, integration checks and browser tests where the goal is to protect known behavior. — Mudit Singh, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1675, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for browser

• hauser
• houser
• trouser

Kids Definition

browser

noun

brow·​ser

ˈbraü-zər

1

: one that browses

2

: a computer program providing access to information on a network and especially to websites