Newspaper
'njuːzˌpeɪpər
Definitions
A printed publication, usually issued daily or weekly, containing news, articles, advertisements, and other information.
'njuːzˌpeɪpər
A publication containing news and other information.
She reads the newspaper to stay informed about current events.
💡 Simply: Imagine a big paper that comes to your house, or you can get it from the store, and it tells you all the important stories and events happening around the world. Like, who won the game, what the weather is, and all sorts of interesting things!
👶 For kids: A big paper that tells you what's happening in the world!
More Examples
The newspaper reported on the local election results.
The company advertised its new product in the newspaper.
How It's Used
"I read the newspaper every morning."
"The newspaper reported on the political rally."
Idioms & expressions
read between the lines
To understand something that is not stated directly; to infer meaning.
"I had to read between the lines of his email to understand what he really meant."
Headline news
The most important news stories.
"The scandal made headline news across the world."
From Middle English *newe spaper* (new paper), a compound of *new* and *paper*. Initially referring to a paper containing recent news.
Newspapers evolved from pamphlets and news sheets in the 17th century, becoming a primary source of information.
Memory tip
Think of a paper that delivers *new*s.