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(with an object) To provide a listener or reader with information
“The viral load measure can read as high as a million, depending on the limits of the lab test.”
To look at and interpret letters or other information that is written
“I like to read the newspaper over a cup of coffee every morning.”
To read or say aloud something that is written
“Hannah stood before the group to nervously read her poem, not knowing that Ryan the scoundrel would use her words against her.”
To understand or interpret the nature, meaning or significance of
“My pet dog instinctively knows how to read my facial expressions.”
To predict, prophesy, or tell of future events
“The thought of being able to read the future is both exciting and a little frightening.”
(British) To study (an academic subject) at a university
“I've decided to read English at Cambridge.”
Plural for a period or act of reading something
“It is well worth a read as many of the issues covered will be relevant to your situation.”
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