press association

noun

1. an organization formed for the purpose of gathering news for transmittal to its members. Compare news agency.
2. an association of publishers in a particular area.

Word History and Origins

Origin of press association¹

An Americanism dating back to 1875–80

Example Sentences

The press association’s president told lawmakers during the hearing the association would support the legislation if it was limited to “reasonable safety provisions.”

From Seattle Times

The president of Jordan’s press association also warned the language could infringe upon press freedom and freedom of speech.

From Washington Times

After a series of reforms by the press association, Hollywood and NBC warily welcomed the show back, though the broadcast network agreed to only a one year deal to air it.

From New York Times

After a 2021 report revealed the press association had no Black members, stars and studios boycotted the Globes.

From Seattle Times

Last year, after The Los Angeles Times enumerated the foreign press association’s well-known but long-overlooked lapses, Tom Cruise returned his Globe trophies.

From New York Times

Related Words

• news agency
• news service
• press agency