viewer

noun

view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
Synonyms of viewernext
: one that views: such as
a
: a person who watches television
b
: a person legally appointed to inspect and report on property
c
: an optical device used in viewing

Examples of viewer in a Sentence

The program attracts millions of viewers every week. She is a regular viewer of the evening news. The exhibit was surrounded by a large crowd of viewers.
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In danger of being blown out early, the Panthers actually took the lead — twice — in an extraordinary fourth quarter that kept viewers glued to their TVs around the country. Scott Fowler, Charlotte Observer, 11 Jan. 2026 His first time on air, and another chance to change how viewers consume the country’s most popular sport, was only minutes away. Andrew Greif, NBC news, 10 Jan. 2026 The Sopranos, which aired from January 10, 1999, to June 10, 2007, is still a favorite amongst fans and viewers. Lisa Stardust, PEOPLE, 10 Jan. 2026 Tens of millions of YouTube viewers have grooved to Bobby Nsenga’s living room. Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewer

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of viewer was in the 15th century

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“Viewer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/viewer. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.

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viewer

noun
view·​er ˈvyü-ər How to pronounce viewer (audio)
: one that views
especially : an optical device used in viewing
a viewer for slides

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