browsing
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2.8
- noun
- /ˈbraʊzɪŋ/
- I knew that no amount of reading and web browsing would gain me admission to the universe.
- web browsing
- browsing and navigation
- internet browsing
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Watch on YouTubeI am in e-mail, web browsing, researching, writing.
- I am in e-mail, web browsing, researching, writing.
- So that resulted in fast downloads, responsive web browsing and fast cloud synchronization.
- And do things not only like web browsing, but actual real productive applications in a virtual space.
- That means your private details, your passwords, your communications, browsing history and more will be completely shielded from falling into the wrong hands.
- This way, even if I waste some time browsing online, I don't also waste my money on I'll considered purchases.
- This means your private details, passwords, communications, browsing history, and more will be completely shielded from falling into the wrong creepy hands.
Examples
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Mobile technology is also rapidly developing to make web browsing convenient for smartphone users.
Blog text (12) -
The electronic teaching theater also opens up the possibility of individual browsing of the material during non-class periods.
Academic text (1990) -
Has your internet browsing helped you in your studies?
Academic text (2008) -
I was on Amazon and I was just browsing toys.
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We suspect that browsing, rather than searching, appeals to many users who are looking for leisure reading materials.
Academic text (2012) -
I do most of my web browsing and Netflix viewing on my iPad.
Blog text (11) -
The most common activities associated with sequential usage include browsing, social networking, shopping, and searching.
Blog text (12) -
The four shelving units would be rearranged to frame a reading and browsing area between them.
Academic text (2011) -
The Internet is a set of technologies that support new practices, including browsing, searching, online shopping, social networking, blogging, and texting.
Academic text (2012) -
I spent the afternoon browsing through vintage shops in the city.
Synonyms
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1.0
The act of using your eyes to check something carefully
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2.9
Read through writing quickly to get the main idea
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4.1
A quick, casual look through books, magazines, or websites
Antonyms
How Thorough
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Browsing also comes from the same verb browse, which meant 'to nibble'. A helpful way to remember the meaning 'looking casually' is to imagine 'nibbling' with your eyes as you move from one book or item to another without a clear plan.