wire service

noun

1. a business organization that gathers news, news photos, the latest stock-market prices, etc., for distribution, usually by teletypewriter, to its subscribers, especially newspapers: so called from the original transmission of news by telegraph wire.

wire service

noun

1. an agency supplying news, etc, to newspapers, radio and television stations, etc

Word History and Origins

Origin of wire service¹

First recorded in 1940–45

Example Sentences

As a prominent wire service, The A.P. makes its content available to subscribers around the world.

From New York Times

Upon Elliot’s death, Carr told The Times’ wire services that she had died in her sleep at age 33 and gave no cause of death.

From Los Angeles Times

The FDA cited problems in its inspections and offered the firm suggestions for how to resolve the manufacturing issues that were raised, according to the wire service.

From Los Angeles Times

There are few wire services like Western Union left in the devastated territory, and the line to enter is days-long.

From BBC

Mr. Biden has granted a sit-down interview to one wire service outlet, The Associated Press.

From Washington Times

Related Words

• news agency
• news service
• press agency