readout
Americannoun
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Computers. the output of information from a computer in readable form.
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the information displayed on a graduated instrument.
Etymology
Origin of readout
First recorded in 1645–55, for an earlier sense; noun use of verb phrase read out
Example Sentences
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"The prime minister said he would seek to make the transition as easy as possible, giving his full support to whoever followed in his footsteps," a government readout of the meeting said.
From Barron's ● Jun. 23, 2026
The highly anticipated readout is for ivonescimab, a drug developed by Akeso, a Chinese biotech that licensed the medication to Summit Therapeutics, a U.S. company led by an influential biotech entrepreneur.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 1, 2026
But the official Chinese readout mentioned no such commitments — new phone, we’re sorry; Boeing who? — and even a minor trade deal to license U.S. meat imports, without guaranteeing them, immediately fell apart.
From Salon ● May 17, 2026
The Chinese readout mentioned none of these matters.
From Slate ● May 16, 2026
"I should have noticed the readout was wrong. It was way off."
From "The Martian" by Andy Weir
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