Meaning of the word publisher in English

What does publisher mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

publisher

US /ˈpʌb.lɪ.ʃɚ/
UK /ˈpʌb.lɪ.ʃɚ/
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Noun

1.

a person or company that prepares and issues books, journals, music, or other works for sale

Example:
The author signed a contract with a new publisher.
She works as a senior editor at a major book publisher.
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