Read
/riːd/
Definitions
- (v.) To interpret written or printed matter aloud or silently.
She likes to read novels before bedtime.
- (n.) The act or session of reading.
He enjoyed a quiet read in the afternoon.
Forms
- reading
- reade
- reads
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Commentary
In legal drafting, 'read' can imply both formal interpretation and casual examination of text, so context is crucial.
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