This was an estimate of the number of words a six-year-old should be able to read.

VOA: special.2010.05.02

They might not be able to read, or they simply have no access.

VOA: special.2009.10.12

A literate person is able to read and write.

VOA: special.2009.03.27

Missus Sommers bought two costly magazines that she used to read back when she had been able to enjoy other pleasant things.

VOA: special.2009.09.05