reading
Pronunciation
/ˈɹɛdɪŋ/, /ˈɹidɪŋ/

Definition & Meaning of "reading"in English

Reading
01

the act or process of looking at a written or printed piece and comprehending its meaning

reading definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
readings
Examples
Her reading of the novel was interrupted by a loud noise outside.
02

a particular interpretation or performance

03

a datum about some physical state that is presented to a user by a meter or similar instrument

04

written material intended to be read

05

a mental representation of the meaning or significance of something

06

the act of measuring with meters or similar instruments

07

a public instance of reciting or repeating (from memory) something prepared in advance

08

a city on the River Thames in Berkshire in southern England

09

a passage from a holy book that is read aloud during a religious service

Examples
The priest began the reading.
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