copywriter

noun

copy·​writ·​er ˈkä-pē-ˌrī-tər How to pronounce copywriter (audio)
: a writer of advertising or publicity copy

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That was the creation of a Chicago copywriter/cartoonist named Hugh Hefner. Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 12 Feb. 2025 As a former beauty editor, copywriter Jillian Ruffo has had access to every product imaginable to stretch her weekly blowout. Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 12 Feb. 2025 However, what’s happening this month (specifically on Saturday, Jan. 25, according to content copywriters who presumably never step outside at night) remains an arresting sight. Jamie Carter, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 Brittany Griggs, a copywriter for J-Life International, a Japanese home store, says this futon is designed to be laid on a tatami mat or directly on the floor, as opposed to dorm room ones that usually perch on a bed frame. Kristine Gill, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for copywriter 

Word History

First Known Use

1911, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of copywriter was in 1911

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“Copywriter.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/copywriter. Accessed 23 Feb. 2025.

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copywriter

noun
copy·​writ·​er ˈkäp-ē-ˌrīt-ər How to pronounce copywriter (audio)
: a writer of advertising or publicity copy
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