editor

noun

ed·​i·​tor ˈe-də-tər 

1

: someone who edits especially as an occupation

2

: a device used in editing film or magnetic tape

3

: a computer program that permits the user to create or modify data (such as text or graphics) especially on a display screen

editorship

ˈe-də-tər-ˌship 

noun

Examples of editor in a Sentence

the editor of the city paper

working as a film editor

Recent Examples on the Web

Apparently the Game Changer editors have that blur effect ready and waiting in the post-production toolset now. — Tasha Robinson, Vulture, 30 June 2026

The author adds that he's thrilled to collaborate with Penguin Random House's inclusive and diverse imprint, Kolika, and its executive editor, Zareen Jaffrey, to bring his story to fruition. — Rachel Raposas, PEOPLE, 29 June 2026

To send a letter to the editor about this article, submit online or check out our guidelines for how to submit by email or mail. — Helen Santoro, Denver Post, 29 June 2026

All products featured on Vogue are independently selected by our editors. — Irene Kim, Vogue, 29 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing editor

• city editor
• co-editor
• copy editor
• editor in chief
• managing editor

Rhymes for editor

• creditor
• predator
• coeditor

Kids Definition

editor

noun

ed·​i·​tor ˈed-ət-ər 

1

: a person who edits especially as an occupation

2

: a computer program that permits the user to create or change data (as text or graphics) in a computer system

editorship

-ˌship 

noun