Synonyms

audio book

American

Also audiobook

a recording of an oral reading of a book, often in abridged form.

audio book British

noun

a reading of a book recorded on tape

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Etymology

Origin of audio book

1985–90

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audio book

For example, if you hate your commute to work, try leaving earlier to avoid traffic or play a podcast or audio book to pass the time.

From Barron's ● Feb. 7, 2026

Gruffalo Granny - the third in the popular series about the fictional monster and his family and friends - will be released in hardback and audio book on 10 September.

From BBC ● Feb. 6, 2026

He’s been listening to an audio book called “Outwitting the Devil” by Napoleon Hill leading up to the tournament.

From Seattle Times ● Apr. 11, 2024

Last week, publisher Simon & Schuster and its imprint Gallery Books announced that Oscar-nominated actor Michelle Williams would narrate the bulk of the audio book because “reliving everything” has been “heart-wrenching and emotional” for Spears.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 17, 2023

And if Davis’s clinching Grammy win — in the best audio book, narration and storytelling category — revealed anything, it’s that nonmusical methods can be just as effective.

From New York Times ● May 1, 2023

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