noun
- plural of lipreader; people who understand speech by watching the movements of a speaker's lips and mouth, often used by deaf or hard-of-hearing individuals
Usage: commonly used in contexts of deaf communication and accessibility
Examples
- Many deaf students are skilled lipreaders who can follow conversations in classrooms.
- Professional lipreaders are sometimes employed in courtrooms to assist deaf witnesses.
- The actress trained as one of the best lipreaders for her role in the film about deaf culture.
- Lipreaders often benefit from good lighting and a clear view of the speaker's face.
- Some lipreaders use a combination of visual cues and hearing aids to understand speech.