developer

noun

de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈve-lə-pər How to pronounce developer (audio)
dē-
: one that develops: such as
a
: a chemical used to develop exposed photographic materials
b
: a person who develops real estate
c
: a person or company that develops computer software

Examples of developer in a Sentence

the developer of software that is used the world over
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By the late 2010s, the focus had shifted to enhancing developer experience (DX), recognizing that an intuitive and efficient workflow could directly translate into higher productivity and innovation. Srikanta Datta, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025 The project also is slated to include onsite above-ground parking, though Eric Brown, senior vice president of policy and communications for developer BRIDGE Housing Corp., said the number of parking spaces is still being determined. Tyler Faurot, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Jan. 2025 Monster Hunter Wilds director Yuya Tokuda also revealed what improvements the developer will implement into the final game based on player feedback in a pre-launch community update. Tommy Tuberville, Newsweek, 9 Jan. 2025 This is but one of the many details that solo developer Sam Eng has sought to get just right in his upcoming vaporwave skateboarding game, Skate Story. Lewis Gordon, Vulture, 8 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for developer 

Word History

First Known Use

1772, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of developer was in 1772

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“Developer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/developer. Accessed 14 Jan. 2025.

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developer

noun
de·​vel·​op·​er di-ˈvel-ə-pər How to pronounce developer (audio)
: one that develops: as
a
: a chemical used to develop exposed photographic materials
b
: a person who develops real estate
especially : one who divides land and builds and sells houses on it

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