noun
press
Organizations that publish information for public readership.
The local press reports on the city's new housing plan.
Etymology
The printing press gave its name to the activity and institutions of publishing. Press now collectively names organizations that produce information for public readers.
More examples
- The university press publishes books about American history.
- Several independent presses accept manuscripts from new writers.
- The mayor answers questions from the press.
Forms
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