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

Examples of graphic design in a Sentence

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Daniel Easley, graphic design manager for the Atlanta Braves (Saturday). — Adam Beam, AJC.com, 25 Sep. 2026 On top of that, Apple positions the Mac Studio as a powerhouse, no doubt, but primarily for video editing, graphic design, audio engineering, and software development, where formal ISV testing is rarely required. — Brian Westover, PC Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026 Known for his bold colors, cosmic imagery and whimsical figures, Max became a prominent figure in American popular culture after launching his graphic design career in the 1960s. — Angelique Brenes, PEOPLE, 17 Sep. 2026 After graduating art school, Max teamed up with his friend Tom Daly to start Daly & Max Studio, a small arts studio working on book cover illustrations and graphic design. — Hikmat Mohammed, ARTnews.com, 17 Sep. 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 28 Sep. 2026.

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