viewing

noun

view·​ing ˈvyü-iŋ How to pronounce viewing (audio)
Synonyms of viewingnext
: an act of seeing, watching, or taking a look
especially : an instance or the practice of watching television

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Regardless, this is a very underrated Scott Adkins gem that's mandatory viewing for action and sci-fi fans. Sergio Pereira, Space.com, 25 Apr. 2026 By advance request, pieces not currently on display can be brought into the museum’s library for a more intimate viewing. Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026 Mark and Lorna Hildebrandt were among the first to arrive after taking the train Thursday from Ann Arbor, Michigan, for their R2 viewing. Robert Channick, Chicago Tribune, 24 Apr. 2026 With repeats and other viewing, which is Sky’s preferred ratings measure, the first episode was watched by 784,000. Jake Kanter, Deadline, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for viewing

Word History

First Known Use

1535, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of viewing was in 1535

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“Viewing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.grautoblog.com/dictionary/viewing. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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