audiophile
|au-di-o-phile|
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/ˈɔːdiəˌfaɪl/
sound lover
Etymology
Etymology Information
'audiophile' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'philos,' where 'philo-' meant 'loving' and 'audio' refers to sound.
Historical Evolution
'audiophile' was coined in the 20th century, combining 'audio' with the Greek suffix '-phile,' meaning 'lover of.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'lover of sound,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who is enthusiastic about high-fidelity sound reproduction.
John is an audiophile who spends hours perfecting his sound system.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42