Definition

A display or presentation of data, often in a digital format, that shows information from calculations or storage devices.

Example

The readout from the computer showed the results of the experiment clearly.

Conversation

Did you see the readout from the last experiment?

Yeah, it was pretty interesting to see the results displayed so clearly.

I thought the readout made it easy to understand the data.

Definitely! It helps us visualize the findings much better.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Readout → It is formed from "read" (from Old English *rǣdan*, meaning to interpret or to advise) and "out" (meaning external or away from). The word "readout" refers to the act of interpreting or displaying information externally, often from a device.

Memory Tip

Think of 'reading' ('read') information that is displayed 'out' for you to see — that's what a readout does.

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