press association
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Definition
Noun: A cooperative news agency, owned by its member newspapers, that gathers news reports and distributes them electronically to its subscribers.
Usage
The term "press association" refers specifically to the organization itself. It is a formal term often used in media, journalism, and publishing contexts. * The local press association issued new guidelines for reporting on elections. * Major newspapers are members of the national press association.
Advanced Usage
- As a proper noun: When referring to a specific, well-known organization, it is often capitalized as part of the official name (e.g., "The Press Association" in the UK).
- The story was filed by a reporter from The Press Association.
Variants and Related Words
- News agency (n): A broader term for an organization that gathers and distributes news. A press association is a specific type of news agency owned by newspapers.
- Wire service (n): A synonym for a news agency that distributes content via telecommunication wires or electronic feeds.
- Cooperative (n): Describes the ownership structure common to many press associations.
Synonyms
News agency, wire service, news cooperative.
Notes on Meaning
This term emphasizes the collective nature of the organization—it is an association formed by multiple press entities (newspapers) for their mutual benefit in news gathering and distribution. Its core functions are collection and electronic distribution.
Noun
- an agency to collects news reports for newspapers and distributes it electronically