Meaning & use
reporter
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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