developer

noun

de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈve-lə-pər How to pronounce developer (audio)
dē-
: one that develops: such as
a
: a chemical used to develop exposed photographic materials
b
: a person who develops real estate
c
: a person or company that develops computer software

Examples of developer in a Sentence

the developer of software that is used the world over
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For the developers at Game Freak, their greatest achievement would be not providing fans with a comically large stick to beat the latest entry with. Ryan Gaur, Rolling Stone, 14 Oct. 2025 But some localities are giving up a portion of those payments by offering tax breaks to lure project developers. Michael Copley, NPR, 14 Oct. 2025 One of Miami’s most prolific and politically plugged-in developers, Martin is on the verge of taking control of the iconic waterfront theme park that closed its gates to the public on Sunday after 70 years as a tourist attraction. Pedro Portal, Miami Herald, 14 Oct. 2025 Hines' research paper points to big opportunities right now in Europe, where undersupply and growing demand could mean big potential for both developers and investors. Diana Olick, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for developer

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of developer was in 1772

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“Developer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/developer. Accessed 16 Oct. 2025.

Kids Definition

developer

noun
de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈvel-ə-pər How to pronounce developer (audio)
: one that develops: as
a
: a chemical used to develop exposed photographic materials
b
: a person who develops real estate
especially : one who divides land and builds and sells houses on it

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