browse
word
Definition
To look through things casually or search for something without a specific goal, such as in a store or on the internet.
Usage & Nuances
Often used with 'the internet', 'web', or 'store'. More casual than 'search'. Can also refer to flipping through pages in a book or magazine ('browse a book'). Not used for deep or focused searching.
Spanish: navegar - hojearPortuguese (BR): navegar - folhearPortuguese (PT): navegar - folhearChinese (Simplified): 浏览 - 随便看看Chinese (Traditional): 瀏覽 - 隨便看看Hindi: देखना - ब्राउज़ करनाArabic: تصفح - تصفح بسرعة
Example Sentences
I like to browse the internet in my free time.
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She went to the library to browse some new books.
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You can browse our store for the latest products.
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I was just browsing—I didn't plan to buy anything.
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Feel free to browse while you wait for your appointment.
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Sometimes I browse through old photos for fun.
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