Newspaper

Definition

Newspaper is a noun that refers to a regularly printed publication, usually issued daily or weekly, that contains news, articles, advertisements, and other information of general or specialized interest.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈnuːzˌpeɪ.pɚ/
• Respelling: NOOZ-pay-puhr

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈnjuːzˌpeɪ.pə/
• Respelling: NYOOZ-pay-puh

Etymology

The word "newspaper" combines "news," derived from the Old English "nēos," meaning "new things," and "paper," from the Latin "papyrus," referring to the material used for writing. The term began being widely used in the 17th century with the emergence of printed news publications.

Derivatives

• Newspaperman (noun)
• Newspaperwoman (noun)
• Newspapering (noun)
• Newsprint (noun)
• Newsstand (noun)

Synonyms

• Gazette
• Journal
• Periodical

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The term "newspaper" is used to refer to both the physical medium and the organization that publishes it. For example, "I read the newspaper every morning" or "The newspaper reported the election results."

Related Terms

• Magazine: A printed publication, often with a focus on specific topics.
• Newsletter: A periodic report focused on particular subjects.
• Editor: A person responsible for overseeing the content of a newspaper.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A printed publication containing news and advertisements: Refers to the physical medium distributed to readers.
  • Example: "She bought a newspaper to check the weather forecast."
• An organization that produces printed or digital news: Refers to the company responsible for publishing news.
  • Example: "The local newspaper has a good reputation for accurate reporting."