Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

the-press

Noun
/ðə prɛs/
Definition
The press refers to the news media or the industry involved in the publication of news and information.
Examples
  • The press plays a vital role in democracy by keeping the public informed.
  • Many celebrities have a complicated relationship with the press.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘the press’ encompasses newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and online news platforms that report current events and provide analysis.
Synonyms
  • media
  • journalism
  • news outlets