audio book

1. a recording of an oral reading of a book, often in abridged form.

audio book

noun

1. a reading of a book recorded on tape

Word History and Origins

Origin of audio book¹

1985–90

Example Sentences

The full ballot runs to 94 categories, including audio book, narration and storytelling recording, in which Barbra Streisand will go against George Clinton for possibly the first time in Grammys history.

From Los Angeles Times

Maguire used Jones mints in tandem with their app and an audio book about quitting to successfully give up her years-long vaping habit.

From Los Angeles Times

He’s been listening to an audio book called “Outwitting the Devil” by Napoleon Hill leading up to the tournament.

From Seattle Times

And if Davis’s clinching Grammy win — in the best audio book, narration and storytelling category — revealed anything, it’s that nonmusical methods can be just as effective.

From New York Times

“Do a comedy album or narrate your own audio book,” Cannon said.

From New York Times