managing editor

noun

: an editor in executive and supervisory charge of all editorial activities of a publication (such as a newspaper)

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In addition to Gleeson and Impacciatore, who plays managing editor Esmeralda Grand, the series also stars Melvin Gregg, Chelsea Frei, and Alex Edelman, among others. Emily Blackwood, PEOPLE, 6 Sep. 2025 An editor and award-winning journalist, Allen is the managing editor of Them, Condé Nast’s digital LGBTQ+ magazine. Brent Lang, Variety, 4 Sep. 2025 The Tribune’s managing editor, James Keeley, was later presented with the $5,000 reward for the arrest and delivery of Stensland to police. Kori Rumore, Chicago Tribune, 3 Sep. 2025 Fort Worth Star-Telegram Matt Leclercq is senior managing editor at the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. Matt Leclercq, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 29 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for managing editor

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of managing editor was in 1827

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“Managing editor.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/managing%20editor. Accessed 11 Sep. 2025.

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