developer

noun

de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈve-lə-pər 

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

Synonyms of developer

• inventor
• designer
• founder
• creator

Examples of developer in a Sentence

the developer of software that is used the world over

Recent Examples on the Web

The developer sees potential uses in disaster assessment, water resource monitoring and surveys of coastlines and ports. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 12 Nov. 2026

Brother owners Cal and Michael Malouf are the developers behind the James Street district, and have transformed it from a light industrial zone into a must-visit shopping and dining destination. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Nov. 2026

Approached with an open mind, opportunistic developers may be happy to pursue a deal where everyone wins. — Torrey Snow, Baltimore Sun, 11 Nov. 2026

Before a developer applies for a zoning change in Fort Worth, they are encouraged to meet with surrounding homeowners to discuss their plans. — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing developer

• co-developer

Kids Definition

developer

noun

de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈvel-ə-pər 

: 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