reporter
rih-PAW-tuh
Reporter (noun) means a journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories. Example: “A local reporter interviewed the residents about the new road layout.”
noun
1
A journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories.
"A local reporter interviewed the residents about the new road layout."
"My cousin works as a sports reporter for a regional radio station."
"The reporter covered the trial from start to finish."
2
A person who records and publishes official reports of court or legislative proceedings.
"The reporter in the chamber recorded each speech so it could be published afterwards."
"Judges rely on a reporter to produce an accurate written record of the case."
"The court reporter transcribed every word of the hearing."
How to use reporter
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone whose job is to report news or proceedings.
Common pairings
news reporter
court reporter
field reporter
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Etymology
From Old French reporteur, built directly from "report" plus the agent suffix "-er/-or."
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What does “reporter” mean?
The word “reporter” means a journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories. In plain terms, someone whose job is to report news or proceedings.
How do you pronounce “reporter”?
“Reporter” is pronounced rih-PAW-tuh (/ɹɪˈpoɹ.tɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “reporter” in a sentence?
Here is “reporter” used in a sentence: “The reporter covered the trial from start to finish.”
What part of speech is “reporter”?
“Reporter” is a noun.
Where does the word “reporter” come from?
The word “reporter” comes from Old French. From Old French reporteur, built directly from "report" plus the agent suffix "-er/-or.".
Is “reporter” a common word?
“Reporter” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “reporter” have?
“Reporter” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories.
What is the difference between a "reporter" and a "journalist"?
A reporter is a journalist who gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories, usually focused on covering specific events or beats. "Journalist" is the broader term, covering reporters, editors, columnists, and photojournalists. Every reporter is a journalist, but not every journalist is a reporter.
What is the difference between a "reporter" and a "correspondent"?
A reporter gathers and presents news, often working locally for a single outlet. A correspondent is typically a reporter stationed in a particular region or specializing in a subject, such as a foreign correspondent or political correspondent. Correspondent usually implies a more senior or specialized reporting role.
What is the difference between a "reporter" and an "editor"?
A reporter gathers information and writes the news stories. An editor reviews, revises, and decides which stories run, shaping and approving the reporter's work rather than gathering it. Reporters produce the content, while editors direct and refine it.
How does a "court reporter" differ from a news reporter?
A court reporter records and publishes official reports of court or legislative proceedings, often creating word-for-word transcripts. A news reporter gathers information and writes or broadcasts news stories for the public. One creates the official record, while the other reports news to an audience.
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