publisher

noun

pub·​lish·​er ˈpə-bli-shər 

: one that publishes something

especially : a person or corporation whose business is publishing

Examples of publisher in a Sentence

He submitted the manuscript to publishers of children's books.

Recent Examples on the Web

Used with permission of the publisher, LittlePuss Press. —Literary Hub, 21 May 2026

In his letter, Wingefors said the decision to sever Fellowship Entertainment was prompted by the successful spin-off of two other businesses, Asmodee, a tabletop games publisher and distributor, and gaming entity Coffee Stain, which were both listed independently last year. —K.j. Yossman, Variety, 20 May 2026

But Morgan Stanley’s analysis found that game publisher stocks tend to outperform in the run-up to the release of major game launches. —Joseph Wilkins, CNBC, 20 May 2026

Donovan will also help writers rework dormant scripts for publishers, and is offering mentoring where a pitch deck or script is used for narrative structure. —Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 19 May 2026

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "person who makes something generally known," from publisshen "to make known, publish" + -er -er entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing publisher

• co-publisher

Kids Definition

publisher

noun

pub·​lish·​er ˈpəb-lish-ər 

: one that publishes

especially : one that sends out and offers for sale printed matter (as books, magazines, or newspapers)