Readout Meaning
/ˈɹiːdaʊt/Definition, CEFR level B2, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.
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Definition
nounA display, particularly one that presents numerical data.
nounThe information, usually a measurement, shown on such a display.
Sentence Examples
Tom looked at the readout.
The digital readout displayed the temperature in Celsius.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The scientist checked the digital ____ from the experiment to see the temperature changes.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The technician checked the digital ____ on the control panel to confirm the pressure was stable.
Word Origin & History
Etymology tree English read outdeverb. English readout Deverbal from read out.
Literary Quotations & Historical Citations
"Once the call is over, both sides typically publish a readout of what was discussed. However, readouts have been known to differ between governments."
— 2018 July 24, Kaitlan Collins, “Exclusive: White House stops announcing calls with foreign leaders”, in CNN:
"In a readout of the conversation posted on Truth Social, Trump said, “We discussed Ukraine, the Middle East, Energy, Artificial Intelligence, the power of the Dollar, and various other subjects.”"
— 2025 February 12, Kaitlan Collins and Kevin Liptak, “After Putin call, Trump says negotiations to end Ukraine war will start ‘immediately’”, in CNN:
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CEFR Practice Quiz
The scientist checked the digital ____ from the experiment to see the temperature changes.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The technician checked the digital ____ on the control panel to confirm the pressure was stable.