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 The photographer set off on Cockburn Street, a picturesque and lively strip in the Old Town. — Paul Jebara, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026 Wildlife photographer and filmmaker Vincent Munier earned these woods from his own father. — Matthew Carey, Deadline, 18 Aug. 2026 After dating 20 different women at once on his Netflix series Let’s Marry Harry, the Australian reality star, 29, ended up tying the knot with Mozo, a 31-year-old travel photographer from Hawaii. — Erin Clack, PEOPLE, 18 Aug. 2026 Onlookers on Tuesday morning included Francisco Chavira, a commercial photographer who has become interested in taking pictures of neon signs. — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for photographer
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photographer
  1. cinematographer
  2. photog
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  • Shawkat returned, as did cinematographer Todd Banhazl and costume designer Heidi Bivens, along with other longtime collaborators who might not have been available before.
    — Alison Foreman, IndieWire, 17 Aug. 2026
  • But beyond being a longtime North County resident, Green has dedicated a great deal of his professional career and energy to his work as a cinematographer.
    — Madison Beveridge, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of cinematographer
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  • 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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