photographer

noun

fə-ˈtä-grə-fər How to pronounce photographer (audio)
Definition of photographernext
as in shooter
one who takes photographs we'll need to choose a photographer for the wedding

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Recent Examples of photographer Instead of reaching out to typical Western researchers and scientists, Boyland and his team went to Africa and approached wildlife guides, drivers, photographers, and locals who saw wildlife daily. — Addie Morfoot, Variety, 27 Sep. 2026 San Francisco Museum of Modern Art The Art Institute of Chicago celebrates the life and legacy of war photographer Lee Miller. — Jane Pauley, CBS News, 27 Sep. 2026 Following Clé de Peau Beauté, Pieroni kept working with photographers and designers, creating looks for fashion shows, editorial coverage and campaigns. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026 The protagonist, named David (Niels Schneider), a fortyish photographer is working on a fascinating historical project in the suburbs of Paris. — Richard Brody, New Yorker, 25 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for photographer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photographer
  1. cinematographer
  2. photog
Noun
  • This year’s recipients were selected by a committee comprising Lee, veteran filmmaker Yoji Yamada, cinematographer Akiko Ashizawa and TIFF Programming Director Shozo Ichiyama.
    — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026
  • The two were chosen by a committee of filmmakers Yamada Yoji and Lee Sang-il, cinematographer Ashizawa Akiko and TIFF programming director Ichiyama Shozo.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of cinematographer
Noun
  • Many pro photogs still want a small camera for everyday carry and travel, while Gen Z and older members of Gen Alpha are ditching phones for disconnected devices.
    — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
  • With a signature bright plum lip and highlight in her hair, Williams, 61, kept her people close but didn't shy away from the camera, allowing the fashion week photogs to capture her for a solid 15 minutes before retreating to one of the presentation's regal showrooms.
    — Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Definition of photog

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“Photographer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photographer. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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