English

reading

ˈridɪŋ, ˈriː.dɪŋ, ˈɹidiŋ, ˈɹiːdɪŋ, ˈɹɛdɪŋ
Meaning: the activity of getting information from books or written words
Part of Speech: Noun Alternative Readings: ˈriː.dɪŋ, ˈɹidiŋ, ˈɹiːdɪŋ, ˈɹɛdɪŋ

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Example sentences

Reading is my favorite way to relax after work.
Reading is my favorite way to relax after work.
She enjoys reading and writing poetry in her spare time.
She enjoys reading and writing poetry in her spare time.
The teacher provided supplementary reading materials for the advanced students.
The teacher provided supplementary reading materials for the advanced students.

Usage Notes

Refers both to the skill and the pastime. It can also mean a specific interpretation or a measurement shown on a device.

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