Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stop-press
Noun
/ˈstɒp prɛs/
Definition
An urgent announcement or breaking news that requires immediate attention.
Examples
- They had to include a stop-press item about the unexpected announcement.
- The editor shouted ‘stop-press!’ as the latest headlines came in.
Meaning
The term ‘stop-press’ refers to the last-minute news that interrupts regular programming or publication, usually of a significant or important nature.
Synonyms
- Breaking news
- Newsflash
- Urgent bulletin
