newspaper
Americannoun
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a printed publication issued at regular and usually close intervals, especially daily or weekly, and commonly containing news, comment, features, and advertising.
When we were kids here, there was only one daily newspaper, and it covered the news for four counties.
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a business organization publishing such a publication.
Which newspaper did your aunt work for?
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a single issue or copy of such a publication.
Grab one of those free newspapers on the way out.
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an online version of a newspaper.
I’ve been reading several upstate newspapers on my laptop lately, and I’m wondering how many of them still have print editions.
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Often shortened to: paper. a weekly or daily publication consisting of folded sheets and containing articles on the news, features, reviews, and advertisements
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( as modifier )
a newspaper article
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a less common name for newsprint
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Origin of newspaper
Explanation
A newspaper is a printed or online publication that provides readers with news and articles. If you want election results or even the weather, consult a local newspaper. When you read a newspaper, you unfold sheets of paper that are printed with news articles, opinion pieces, ads, and often puzzles and comics. The very earliest version of a newspaper was carved in stone or metal in ancient Rome, providing information and announcements from the government. The first true general interest newspapers were printed in Europe in the 1700s. Sometimes the paper itself that newspapers are printed on is called newspaper too.
Vocabulary lists containing newspaper
Journalism
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Example Sentences
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The presenter has worked for the BBC since 2006, the year he left the newspaper, and has appeared on 5 Live since 2010.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
Whether it’s the senior analyst, the aging character actor, or the middling sports columnist at a financial newspaper, one must never underestimate a youthful competitor.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026
At the time, Pulte told the newspaper he wasn’t interested in politics.
From Salon • Jun. 9, 2026
The i newspaper, which first reported the story, said it was found behind a ceiling panel within the last two months, and security services have been informed.
From BBC • Jun. 9, 2026
She called for him to come in, and when he did, she barely looked up from her newspaper.
From "Not Nothing" by Gayle Forman
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