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

Other publishers aren't always similarly open to competition from fans, though. —ArsTechnica, 23 Apr. 2025

The deal is the latest in a string of media partnerships OpenAI has formed with more than 20 news publishers, which include more than 160 outlets, according to the release. —Hayden Field, CNBC, 22 Apr. 2025

The Post deal follows 20 similar deals between OpenAI and news publishers, spanning 160 outlets and more than 20 languages. —Dade Hayes, Deadline, 22 Apr. 2025

The story follows staffers at a dying Midwestern newspaper whose publisher is trying to revive it with volunteer reporters. —J. Kim Murphy, Variety, 18 Apr. 2025

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)