noun

newsman

NOOZ-man

Newsman (noun) means a male journalist or reporter. Example: “The old newsman had covered every major story in the city for decades.”

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noun

A male journalist or reporter.

"The old newsman had covered every major story in the city for decades."

How to use newsman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA man who works as a reporter or journalist.

When to use it

Somewhat dated; "journalist" or "reporter" is now the more neutral, gender-inclusive term.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

Word forms

newsmen plural

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Etymology

From "news" plus "man."

Synonyms

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reporter newsperson

Related words

reporting journalist reporter correspondent newsperson

Frequently asked questions

What does “newsman” mean?

The word “newsman” means a male journalist or reporter. In plain terms, a man who works as a reporter or journalist.

How do you pronounce “newsman”?

“Newsman” is pronounced NOOZ-man (/ˈn(j)uːzmæn/ in IPA).

How do you use “newsman” in a sentence?

Here is “newsman” used in a sentence: “The old newsman had covered every major story in the city for decades.”

What part of speech is “newsman”?

“Newsman” is a noun.

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