Dictionary

To look at and interpret letters or other information that is written.

Example: Have you read this book?

To speak aloud words or other information that is written. Often construed with a to phrase or an indirect object.

Example: All right, class, who wants to read next?

To read work(s) written by (a named author).

Example: At the moment I'm reading Milton.

To interpret, or infer a meaning, significance, thought, intention, etc. from.

Example: I can read his feelings in his face.

The process of interpreting written language.

The process of interpreting a symbol, a sign or a measuring device.

A value indicated by a measuring device.

Example: a speedometer reading.

An event at which written material is read aloud.

Example: a poetry reading.