creator

[kree-ey-ter]

noun

1. a person or thing that creates.

2. Also called content creator. a person who publishes original content online.

   The site makes it possible for all kinds of creators to make a viable income doing what they truly love and sharing it with their fans.

3. the Creator, God.

Creator

¹

/ kriːˈeɪtə /

noun

1. an epithet of God

creator

²

/ kriːˈeɪtə /

noun

1. a person or thing that creates; originator

Other Word Forms

• creatorship noun
• creatress noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of creator¹

First recorded in 1300–50; Middle English creato(u)r, creatur(e), from Anglo-French creator, creature, Old French creatur, criator, from Latin creātor, equivalent to creā(re) create + -tor -tor

Example Sentences

Mr O'Connor says viral trends have been twisted to target other minority groups too, including LGBTQ+ people and migrants, with content creators motivated by an endless hunt for engagement.

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And taking home the coveted prize of creator of the year was Max Klymenko, who is best known for his career ladder series, which he says is the most popular non-animated show in the world.

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"It's a win for creators, fans, and brands alike."

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The only creator of life, and of man, is the Creator.

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But even their creators expect to lose money for a long time.

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Related Words

• architect 
• author 
• designer 
• founder 
• maker 
• producer