1. a book published in digital format and read on a computer, tablet, or e-reader device
Usage: also written as 'e-book'; common in modern publishing and education

Examples

• I downloaded the ebook to my tablet so I could read it anywhere.
• The library offers thousands of ebooks that members can borrow for free.
• She prefers reading ebooks because they take up no physical space.
• Many students now use ebooks instead of textbooks to save money.
• The author published her novel as an ebook first before printing physical copies.
• You can adjust the font size on an ebook reader to make it easier to read.
• Ebooks are often cheaper than their printed versions.