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

Google is also active in artificial intelligence (AI) with its Gemini platform, which has been integrated into Alphabet’s Chrome web browser and search engine. — Bill Stone, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Also keep your operating system, browser and security apps updated. — Jesse Watson , Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Like deer, which are also browsers, grouse eat the foliage of woody plants, twigs, catkins (flowers) and buds. — Tom Huggler, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026

The Unlimited Plan also includes unlimited monthly words, requests of up to 2,500 words at a time, and works from any modern desktop or mobile browser. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 13 Aug. 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