Literature which must be read for an educational course or in order to gain an understanding of a subject; specifically reading which is essential for a person in a particular position or occupation.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Southwestern Christian Advocate (New Orleans).
Definition of required reading in US English:
required reading
noun
Literature which must be read for an educational course or in order to gain an understanding of a subject; specifically reading which is essential for a person in a particular position or occupation.
Origin
Late 19th century; earliest use found in Southwestern Christian Advocate (New Orleans).