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YouTuber

American  
[yoo-too-ber] / ˈjuˌtu bər /

noun

  1. a person who publishes videos on the YouTube website, especially one with a substantial following.

    An initiative led by a YouTuber to plant 20 million trees has taken off across the world.


Etymology

Origin of YouTuber

First recorded in 2005–10; YouTube ( def. ) + -er 1 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Then in March this year, a YouTuber who goes by the name Reckless Ben got involved - thrusting this local drama into the spotlight.

From BBC • Jun. 18, 2026

YouTuber KSI, who collaborated with him on the track Voices, paid an emotional tribute.

From BBC • Jun. 15, 2026

CNN Brazil reported Argentinian YouTuber Gaspar Prim, also known as Gaspi, was among those killed in the crash.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 14, 2026

Kalshi has put out press releases when it catches insider traders, like it did with a case involving a video editor working for YouTuber MrBeast.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

Originating as a creepy shared story told online by ordinary internet users, the "Backrooms" universe erupts into American cinemas on Friday with a film directed by star YouTuber Kane Parsons.

From Barron's • May 28, 2026

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