publisher

noun

pub·​lish·​er ˈpə-bli-shər 

: one that publishes something

especially : a person or corporation whose business is publishing

Examples of publisher in a Sentence

He submitted the manuscript to publishers of children's books.

Recent Examples on the Web

Unlike Alphabet and Meta, these publishers didn’t force advertisers to use ad-buying proprietary tools, eliminating some conflicts of interest. —Stockstory Team, CNBC, 22 Feb. 2025

By focusing on organic growth first, publishers can build credibility and nurture a loyal audience before exploring additional ways to scale. —Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025

The books donated are co-funded by publisher Random House Children's Books. —Sari Hitchins, Parents, 19 Feb. 2025

The publisher and photographer shot a series of black-and-white images of Bhaduri getting into costume that were picked up by a curator and subsequently sold. —Oscar Holland, CNN, 19 Feb. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, "person who makes something generally known," from publisshen "to make known, publish" + -er -er entry 2

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing publisher

• co-publisher

Kids Definition

publisher

noun

pub·​lish·​er ˈpəb-lish-ər 

: one that publishes

especially : one that sends out and offers for sale printed matter (as books, magazines, or newspapers)