readout

American  

[reed-out] / ˈridˌaʊt /

Or read-out

noun

1. Computers. the output of information from a computer in readable form.

2. the information displayed on a graduated instrument.

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Etymology

Origin of readout

First recorded in 1645–55, for an earlier sense; noun use of verb phrase read out

Example Sentences

"Behavior turns out to be an incredibly sensitive readout of aging," said Nath.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Market reaction to China’s high-level policy meeting, where it set growth targets for the next five years, was fairly muted as there were no surprises in the readout.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026

Downing Street's public account of what was discussed was, to put it gently, rather broad: "They discussed the situation in the Middle East," the readout said.

From BBC • Feb. 28, 2026

Bloomin’s readout came as Applebee’s owner Dine Brands Global reported a jump in revenue during the recent quarter.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 25, 2026

The nurse was checking the paper readout on my heart monitor.

From "Twilight" by Stephenie Meyer