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  • 31reading — read•ing [[t]ˈri dɪŋ[/t]] n. 1) the action or practice of a person who reads 2) cv the oral interpretation of written language 3) the interpretation given in the performance of a dramatic part, musical composition, etc 4) the extent to which a… …

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  • 32Reading copy — The reading copy of a book is usually well used, may include highlighting or marginalia, and is suitable for reading, but is usually not collectible. This is a term used in the used book business, to indicate the lack of collectible value, while… …

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  • 33reading copy — noun A used book, that may include highlighting or marginalia, and is suitable for reading, but is usually not collectible. This is a term used in the used book business, to indicate the lack of collectible value, while claiming that the book is… …

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  • 34reading — 1. noun /ˈriːdɪŋ/ a) The process of interpreting written language. a speedometer reading. b) The process of interpreting a symbol, a sign or a measuring device. a poetry reading. 2. adjective /ˈriːdɪŋ/ Made or used for reading …

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  • 35reading — noun Date: before 12th century 1. the act of reading 2. a. material read or for reading b. extent of material read 3. a. a particular version b. data indicated by an instrument 4. a. a particular interpretation of something (as a law) b. a p …

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  • 36reading-room — readˈing room noun 1. A room for consultation, study or investigation of books in a library 2. A room with papers, periodicals, etc resorted to for reading 3. A proofreaders room • • • Main Entry: ↑read …

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  • 37reading frame — The way in which nucleotides in DNA and mRNA are grouped into codons or groups of three for reading the message contained in the nucleotide sequence …

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  • 38reading room — a room set aside for reading, as in a library or club. [1750 60] * * * …

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  • 39reading room — noun A room in a library set aside for reading …

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  • 40reading lamp — noun a lamp that provides light for reading • Hypernyms: ↑lamp • Hyponyms: ↑student lamp …

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