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

As part of the transaction, HarbourView has acquired the publisher’s share of select compositions written by the Wolf Cousins collective, which includes hit songs released by Taylor Swift, Ariana Grande, the Weeknd and many more. — Jem Aswad, Variety, 24 June 2026

HarbourView is set to acquire the publisher’s share of the Wolf Cousins catalog. — Ethan Millman, HollywoodReporter, 24 June 2026

Meanwhile, the rise of AI threatens the business model for news publishers, many of whom say AI model makers are using their work without fair compensation. — Brian Stelter, CNN Money, 23 June 2026

The publisher still has not announced editions or a price, though pricing chatter has centered on a base cost in the $80 to $100 range. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 23 June 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)