Newspaper

/ˈnjuːz.peɪ.pər/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A publication, typically issued daily or weekly, containing news, articles, advertisements, and other information.
I read the newspaper every morning to catch up on current events.
A particular publication of this kind, often referred to by its title.
The New York Times is one of the most widely read newspapers in the world.
The press or journalism as a whole.
He works in the newspaper industry and has reported on many significant stories.
A collection of printed pages or articles provided to inform the public about various topics.
The community newspaper focuses on local issues and events.
A format for disseminating information widely at a relatively low cost.
Advertising in the newspaper can reach a large audience effectively.

Etymology

The word 'newspaper' combines 'news' and 'paper', denoting a paper that contains news.

Common Phrases and Expressions

read between the lines
To understand the underlying meaning or implications of something, especially in writing.
hot off the press
Freshly printed and just released, especially news or information.
extra! extra! read all about it
An exclamation announcing a breaking news story, often used by newspaper vendors.

Related Words

editor
A person who is in charge of and determines the final content of a publication.
journalist
A person who writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites.
headline
The title of a newspaper article, usually designed to attract attention.

Slang Meanings

Fish wrapper
I used my old newspapers as a fish wrapper for the catch.
The daily grind
I get my news from 'the daily grind' every morning.