Browser — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈbrau̇-zər/ brows·er

Meaning & Definition of Browser

Browser (noun)

  1. one that browses
  2. a computer program used for accessing sites or information on a network (such as the Internet)

Browser (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in surfer

    similar: surfer, cybercitizen, cybernaut, cybersurfer, netizen

  2. as in prospect, shopper

    similar: prospect, shopper, window-shopper, buyer, correspondent, purchaser, vendee, bargainer, haggler, consumer, end user, user, regular, account, client, customer, guest, patron, punter (chiefly British)
    opposite: broker, merchant, seller, vendor, shopkeeper, tradesman, black marketer, fence

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Browser

The most common words with a similar meaning to Browser:

Chiefly British: punter
surfer, cybercitizen, cybernaut, cybersurfer, netizen, prospect, shopper, window-shopper, buyer, correspondent, purchaser, vendee, bargainer, haggler, consumer, end user, user, regular, account, client, customer, guest, patron

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Browser

Words with the opposite meaning of Browser:

broker, merchant, seller, vendor, shopkeeper, tradesman, black marketer, fence

Origin & Etymology of Browser

First known use: 1675

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Browser

Frequently Asked Questions about Browser

What does "Browser" mean?

"Browser" means one that browses. As a noun, it is defined as: one that browses. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Browser"?

Other words for "Browser" include surfer, cybercitizen, cybernaut, cybersurfer, netizen, prospect, shopper and window-shopper. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Browser" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Browser"?

There are 24 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Browser". Common alternatives include surfer, cybercitizen, cybernaut, cybersurfer, netizen, prospect, shopper, window-shopper, buyer and correspondent.

What is the opposite of "Browser"?

Antonyms of "Browser" include broker, merchant, seller, vendor, shopkeeper, tradesman, black marketer and fence.

Is "Browser" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Browser" is a noun.

Is "Browser" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C1-level word, "Browser" is typical of Cambridge C1 Advanced (CAE), IELTS band 7.0–8.0, TOEFL iBT 95–113, PTE Academic 76–84, TOEIC Listening & Reading 945+. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Browser"?

"Browser" is pronounced /ˈbrau̇-zər/ and divided into syllables as brows·er.

What is the origin of the word "Browser"?

First known use: 1675.