editor

noun

ed·​i·​tor ˈe-də-tər 

1

: someone who edits especially as an occupation

2

: a device used in editing motion-picture film or magnetic tape

3

: a computer program that permits the user to create or modify data (such as text or graphics) especially on a display screen

editorship

ˈe-də-tər-ˌship 

noun

Examples of editor in a Sentence

the editor of the city paper

working as a film editor

Recent Examples on the Web

Tester feedback: This mask was so powerful that former Allure beauty editor Elizabeth Denton was able to skip her leave-in conditioner. —Sarah Hoffmann, Allure, 22 Dec. 2024

Vogue editors too, have their own individual favorites, tried-and-true cult finds and iconic red shades for every occasion. —Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 22 Dec. 2024

His career in hockey media — as a journalist, editor and author — has included stops at Canucks Army, The Score, Triumph Publishing, the Nation Network and Sportsnet. —Thomas Drance, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024

From career milestones to new music releases to major announcements and those little important moments, Billboard editors highlight uplifting moments in Latin music. —Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 21 Dec. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing editor

• city editor
• co-editor
• copy editor
• editor in chief
• managing editor

Kids Definition

editor

noun

ed·​i·​tor ˈed-ət-ər 

1

: a person who edits especially as an occupation

2

: a computer program that permits the user to create or change data (as text or graphics) in a computer system

editorship

-ˌship 

noun