Meaning & use

reporter

noun·Everyday

A person whose job is to gather and present news for newspapers, television, or online media.

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The reporter interviewed witnesses at the scene of the accident for the evening news.

A young reporter broke the story that later won a national award.

A note on using this word

A reporter typically covers current events directly, while a columnist offers ongoing opinion and analysis.

Words with a similar meaning

journalistcorrespondent

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