lip-read

/'lipri:d/

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Word: Lip-read

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To understand what someone is saying by watching their lips move, especially used by people who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Usage Instructions:

• When to use it: You can use "lip-read" when you want to describe the action of understanding speech by looking at how the speaker’s lips move. It’s often used in contexts related to communication methods for those who cannot hear.
• How to use it in a sentence: "She had to lip-read his words because she couldn't hear him."

Example:

• "During the meeting, I had to lip-read my colleague because the microphone wasn't working properly."

Advanced Usage:

In more advanced contexts, "lip-reading" can be discussed in terms of techniques that people use to improve their ability to lip-read, such as focusing on facial expressions, understanding context, and practicing with different speakers.

Word Variants:

• Lip-reading (noun): The skill or act of understanding speech through observing lip movements.
  • Example: "Lip-reading can be very helpful in noisy environments."
• Lip-reader (noun): A person who can understand speech by watching the lips.
  • Example: "As a skilled lip-reader, she was able to follow the conversation easily."

Different Meanings:

• "Lip-read" primarily refers to the act of interpreting speech visually. It does not have significantly different meanings but can be used in various contexts related to communication.

Synonyms:

• Read lips
• Speak visually (less common)

Idioms and Phrasal Verbs:

There are no specific idioms or phrasal verbs that directly incorporate "lip-read," but you might find phrases like "read between the lines," which refers to understanding implied meanings, though this is not about lip-reading.

Conclusion:

"Lip-read" is an important skill for many people who are deaf or hard of hearing. It allows them to communicate effectively by paying close attention to the movement of lips, facial expressions, and context.

Academic

Verb

1. interpret by lipreading; of deaf people

Synonyms

• lipread
• speech-read