publisher

[ puhb-li-sher ]

noun

1. a person or company whose business is the publishing publishing of books, periodicals, engravings, computer software, etc.
2. the business head of a newspaper organization or publishing house, commonly the owner or the representative of the owner.

publisher

/ ˈpʌblɪʃə /

noun

1. a company or person engaged in publishing periodicals, books, music, etc
2. the proprietor of a newspaper or his representative

Word History and Origins

Origin of publisher¹

1425–75; late Middle English: one who proclaims publicly; publish, -er ¹

Example Sentences

If Balatro does take the top prize on the night it will be the first indie title in the Game Awards' 10-year history without the backing of a major publisher to do so.

From BBC

The Duke of Sussex is "one of two claimants" continuing claims against the publisher of The Sun over allegations of unlawful information gathering, his barrister told the High Court.

From BBC

Harvey went on to thank her family, publisher and agents.

From Los Angeles Times

Oliver said he and his publishers had decided to withdraw the book from sale around the world.

From BBC

Even in politics, the foundational role of protecting free speech is the promotion of free ideas, not to protect a nefarious publisher’s monopoly.

From Salon

Related Words

• journalist
• magazine
• media
• newsperson
• reporter
• writer