Definition

A software application that allows users to access and view content on the Internet, such as websites and online information.

Example

I opened my browser to search for the latest news.

Conversation

What browser do you usually use for surfing the web?

I typically use Chrome, but I've heard good things about Firefox.

I might try a different browser soon to see how it compares.

That sounds like a great idea; switching things up can be refreshing!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Browser → The word 'browser' originates from the verb 'to browse', which comes from the Middle English 'brousen' (meaning to graze or feed on). The term evolved to refer to someone who looks through or surveys information, particularly in the context of the internet.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'grazing' through information, just like browsing through a field — that's why a browser is someone who looks through content.

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