graphic design

noun

: the art or profession of using design elements (such as typography and images) to convey information or create an effect
also : a product of this art
graphic designer noun

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She's withdrawn from modeling to solely focus on her passion for graphic design, creating concepts for anime, comic books, mobile apps, and more. James Mercadante, Entertainment Weekly, 17 Feb. 2026 Looking ahead, Aljem wants to expand ESAV’s graphic design, VFX and animation facilities — echoing the CCM’s goal of turning Morocco into a full-service production and post-production hub. Ben Croll, Variety, 14 Feb. 2026 In Mexico, this was when graphic design was a very new career, so there were no computers, everything was done by hand. Lisa Deaderick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Feb. 2026 Sunlight The string of hearts plant thrives in medium to bright indirect light, says Amanda Rodriguez, plant expert and the marketing and graphic design lead at the Plant Stand. Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 6 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for graphic design

Word History

First Known Use

1935, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of graphic design was in 1935

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“Graphic design.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/graphic%20design. Accessed 19 Feb. 2026.

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