Newspaperman

/ˈnjuːzˌpeɪpərˌmæn/

Meaning & Definition

noun
A man who works for a newspaper, especially as a reporter or editor.
The newspaperman wrote an insightful article on the city's economic challenges.
A journalist who covers the news for a newspaper.
As a seasoned newspaperman, he had a knack for uncovering the truth.
A person involved in the business side of running a newspaper.
The aging newspaperman reminisced about the golden days of print media.
A male member of the press or media community.
Every newspaperman at the conference had a unique perspective on digital journalism.

Etymology

Derived from the combination of 'newspaper' and 'man', referring to a male worker in the newspaper industry.

Common Phrases and Expressions

ink-stained wretch
A term for a journalist or newspaperman, often used in a self-deprecating way.
scoop
To acquire exclusive information or a story before anyone else, often used in the context of a newspaperman's job.
on the beat
Referring to a reporter covering a specific area or subject matter regularly.

Related Words

journalist
A person who writes for newspapers, magazines, or news websites.
editor
A person responsible for the editorial content of a publication.

Slang Meanings

Scribe
He’s a real scribe, always writing and reporting.
Newsie
The newsies on the street were shouting headlines.