1. looks at and understands written or printed words
Usage: third person singular present of ‘read’
2. speaks written words aloud
Usage: third person singular present of ‘read’
3. interprets or understands the meaning of something
Usage: third person singular present of ‘read’

1. instances of reading or things that are read
Usage: plural of ‘read’

Examples

• She reads the newspaper every morning.
• The teacher reads the story to the class.
• He reads people’s emotions very well.
• The thermometer reads 75 degrees.
• The book was one of my favorite reads this year.
• These articles are all good reads.
• The sign reads ‘No Parking’.