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basal reader

American  

noun

  1. an elementary-school textbook that teaches reading by combining stories with practice exercises.

    The Dick and Jane series was the most famous basal reader.

Etymology

Origin of basal reader

First recorded in 1890–95

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The fatuous "basal reader" with its Oh-Oh-Sue-said trivia destroys all joy in words.

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