press conference

American  

noun

1. a prearranged interview with news reporters, held to elicit publicity or, as granted by a dignitary, public official, research scientist, etc., to fulfill a request from the press.

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press conference British  

noun

1. an interview for press and television reporters given by a politician, film star, etc

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Etymology

Origin of press conference

First recorded in 1935–40

Example Sentences

In a press conference on Friday, Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche said that the case files total 6 million pages.

From Salon

Ostwald said “the harsher they sound,” in the press conference, the more Brent crude would “test $85 a barrel.”

From Barron's

"Judgement day is coming for Ken Paxton," Cornyn said at press conference held after Tuesday night's election results were posted.

From BBC

“The stability of the region is of the utmost importance,” she told reporters at a press conference alongside Swiss President Guy Parmelin, as the two sides signed a package of economic agreements.

From The Wall Street Journal

Nor did he hold a press conference to explain to Americans why he was going to war.

From Barron's

Related Words

• interview
• news conference