종이에 인쇄된 형태가 아니라 디지털 형식으로 출판되어 컴퓨터, 태블릿, 전용 기기 등을 통해 읽을 수 있는 책.
A book publication made available in digital form, consisting of text, images, or both, readable on the flat-panel display of computers or other electronic devices.
예문:
"The library allows patrons to borrow an ebook for up to two weeks."
"Many independent authors find it easier to publish an ebook than a printed one."
전자책 파일을 다운로드하여 화면에 표시하고 읽을 수 있도록 고안된 휴대용 전자 기기.
A handheld device on which digital versions of books, newspapers, and magazines can be read.
예문:
"I prefer reading on an ebook because the screen technology mimics real paper."
"This latest ebook model features a built-in light for reading at night."