editors-in-chief

editors-in-chief

The editors-in-chief review the final layout of the magazine.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Plural form of 'editor-in-chief': "editors-in-chief" refers to multiple individuals who hold the highest editorial position at a publication, such as a newspaper, magazine, or journal. They are responsible for the overall direction, content, and quality of the publication.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The two editors-in-chief worked together to approve the final layout of the magazine. (Multiple chief editors collaborated on the design.)
    • Several editors-in-chief from different newspapers attended the conference. (Multiple chief editors from various publications were present.)
Advanced Usage

  • "acting editors-in-chief": individuals temporarily serving in the role of editor-in-chief.

    • During the transition, the acting editors-in-chief managed the daily operations. (Temporary chief editors handled tasks.)

  • "former editors-in-chief": individuals who previously held the position.

    • The former editors-in-chief of the journal were honored at the anniversary event. (Past chief editors were recognized.)
Variants and Related Words

  • Editor-in-chief (n): the singular form, meaning a single person holding the highest editorial position.

    • She was appointed as the editor-in-chief of the newspaper. (She became the top editor.)

  • Editor (n): a person who prepares written material for publication.

    • The editor reviewed the article for errors. (A person who edits content.)

  • Chief (n or adj): a leader or the most important.

    • He is the chief of the editorial department. (The head of the department.)
Synonyms
  • Managing editors: editors who oversee the daily operations of a publication.
  • Executive editors: editors with top-level authority over editorial content.
Related Idioms

  • "The buck stops here": an idiom meaning ultimate responsibility lies with the person in charge.

    • As editors-in-chief, the buck stops with them for any mistakes in the newspaper. (They bear final responsibility.)

  • "Call the shots": to make the important decisions.

    • The editors-in-chief call the shots on which stories are published. (They make the key decisions.)