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reading (EN)
noun

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read (verb)

noun “reading”

Singular reading, Plural readings oder onzieleg
  1. understanding what written words mean
    Her reading improved significantly after attending the summer literacy program.
  2. the number or measurement shown by something like a meter or gauge
    The thermometer's reading showed that the temperature had dropped to freezing overnight.
  3. a gathering where people listen to written works being spoken by someone
    The author's book reading at the local library attracted a large crowd.
  4. how someone understands or interprets something
    Her reading of the poem differed from mine, emphasizing themes of hope rather than despair.
  5. the way a character or word is pronounced, especially in languages like Chinese or Japanese
    The Japanese character "生" has multiple readings, including "sei" and "shō" when it's part of a compound word, and "ikiru" or "nama" when it stands alone.
  6. materials like books or articles that are meant to be read
    She packed her reading for the flight.
  7. a step in the process where a proposed law is reviewed and discussed before it can be approved
    The bill was approved during its second reading in the Senate.
  8. a passage of scripture (usually religious) read aloud to an audience
    The priest selected a meaningful reading from the Bible to share with the congregation during Sunday service.