noun

newsreader

Newsreader (noun) means a presenter who reads out the news on television or radio. Example: “The newsreader kept her composure despite the technical glitch on air.”

noun

A presenter who reads out the news on television or radio.

"The newsreader kept her composure despite the technical glitch on air."

A software program used to read and post messages on online newsgroups.

"He still used an old newsreader to follow discussion groups from the 1990s."

How to Use Newsreader

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishMainly used in British English for a TV or radio news presenter; also an old term for newsgroup software.

UK vs US

British English favours "newsreader"; American English more often says "news anchor."

Easily confused with

newscaster →

Word Forms

newsreaders plural

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The _____ kept her composure despite the technical glitch on air.

Etymology

From "news" plus "reader."

Rhymes for newsreader

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “newsreader” mean?

The word “newsreader” means a presenter who reads out the news on television or radio. In plain terms, mainly used in British English for a TV or radio news presenter; also an old term for newsgroup software.

How do you use “newsreader” in a sentence?

Here is “newsreader” used in a sentence: “The newsreader kept her composure despite the technical glitch on air.”

What part of speech is “newsreader”?

“Newsreader” is a noun.

How many meanings does “newsreader” have?

“Newsreader” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a presenter who reads out the news on television or radio.