browsing

verb

present participle of browse
1
as in grazing
to feed on grass or herbs cows browsing in fields are a common sight along that stretch of the road

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Relevance
2
as in glancing
to take a quick or hasty look browsed through the stacks looking for interesting books

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Recent Examples of browsing Without question, it will be missed by shoppers who enjoyed browsing stores while savoring ice cream. — Michael Deeds, Idaho Statesman, 5 Aug. 2026 And every aisle was filled with people browsing the wide variety of international options as a live mariachi band filled the store with music. — Jenna Ebbers, Kansas City Star, 5 Aug. 2026 But so is processing power, which the Dell 16 packs with the Intel Core 7-150U—an efficient CPU that’s designed for everyday tasks, browsing, and multitasking. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 4 Aug. 2026 In its first quarter, the system recommends products based on browsing history. — Ali Alkhafaji, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026 While browsing for antiques, an eye caught the eyes of David and Nan Skier. — Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 3 Aug. 2026 Retailers and brands are also unifying online browsing profiles with in-store clienteling apps so sales associates can offer more personalized in-person service. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 31 July 2026 Spend a little time browsing the shelves at Taylor Books, an indie bookstore and café with an attached art gallery. — Kristy Tolley, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2026 The café-bar is a pleasant enough hangout with slate-gray walls punched with color, shelves of artsy souvenirs, and design magazines worth browsing, but the surrounding streets are stacked with great dining options. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for browsing
  1. grazing
  2. glancing
  3. foraging
  4. peeking
Verb
  • The mother claims Rojas Ortiz later began the process of applying for a U visa after there was a shooting in her neighborhood and a bullet went through the walls, allegedly grazing her son.
    — Laura Romero, ABC News, 6 Aug. 2026
  • But the companies that put those herds to work said a change in state labor rules have made goat grazing too expensive to continue.
    — Velvet Wu August 2, Sacbee.com, 2 Aug. 2026
Definition of grazing
Verb
  • The episode is like a hothouse of feeling with every line delivery, moment of eye contact, and glancing touch landing humid and heavy.
    — Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 July 2026
  • Argentina finally re-took the lead for good in the 111th minute when Cristian Romero hit a glancing header that deflected off the arm of Cape Verde defender Diney Borges for an own goal.
    — Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 13 July 2026
Definition of glancing
Verb
  • In winter, visitors can enjoy skiing at Alyeska Resort, while summer brings endless opportunities for hiking, wildlife viewing, and even foraging for berries and mushrooms.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 30 July 2026
  • This discourages foraging wasps and yellowjackets from being attracted to these areas, says Gordon.
    — Arricca Elin SanSone, Southern Living, 29 July 2026
Definition of foraging
Verb
  • Senior shopping editor Nashia Baker is drawn to curtains that leave a bit of light peeking through, and these European linen drapes do just the trick.
    — Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 4 Aug. 2026
  • They’re located in Prospect’s Knoll section, which offers views of the lake peeking through the surrounding woods.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Definition of peeking

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“Browsing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/browsing. Accessed 7 Aug. 2026.

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