Rupert Murdoch
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Definition
Proper noun: - Rupert Murdoch: A prominent media proprietor and publisher, born in Australia in 1931, who became a United States citizen. He is the founder and executive chairman of News Corp, a global mass media and publishing conglomerate.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Rupert Murdoch built a vast media empire over several decades.
- The decision was made by Rupert Murdoch himself.
- Many biographies have been written about Rupert Murdoch.
Advanced Usage
- While typically used as a proper noun referring to the individual, the name can be used metonymically to represent the corporate interests and editorial stance of his media holdings.
- The editorial reflected the views of Rupert Murdoch.
Variants and Related Words
- Murdoch: A common shortened form or surname reference.
- The Murdoch newspapers reported on the event.
Synonyms
- Media mogul: A powerful person in the media industry.
- Tycoon: A wealthy, powerful person in business or industry.
- Publisher: A person or company that prepares and issues materials for public sale or distribution.
Related Idioms and Phrases
- Murdoch's empire: A common phrase referring to the extensive collection of media properties owned or controlled by Rupert Murdoch's companies.
- The scandal affected outlets across Murdoch's empire.
Noun
- United States publisher (born in Australia in 1931)