publicist

noun

pub·​li·​cist ˈpə-blə-sist How to pronounce publicist (audio)
1
a
: an expert in international law
b
: an expert or commentator on public affairs
2
: one that publicizes
specifically : press agent

Examples of publicist in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web In the wake of the allegations, Allen was removed from a main stage spot on last year’s CMA Festival stadium-show lineup, on top of being dropped by his label, BBR Music Group, his management, the Familie, his agency, UTA, and his publicist, Full Coverage Communications. Chris Willman, Variety, 16 Mar. 2024 According to the outlet, Versace, 68, was with her publicist, assistant, security and the head of Versace public relations when the incident occurred. Michelle Lee, Peoplemag, 13 Mar. 2024 Randolph thanked her mother, her acting teacher, and even her publicist—a funny role reversal. Shirley Li, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2024 His publicist, David E. Rudolph, announced the death but did not provide a cause or location. Clay Risen, New York Times, 8 Mar. 2024 Lawrence died in Los Angeles of complications from Alzheimer’s disease, publicist Susan DuBow announced. Chris Koseluk, The Hollywood Reporter, 7 Mar. 2024 According to the actor’s longtime publicist, John Amos was hospitalized at the time but was recovering after doctors successfully drained some fluid from his lower body. Nardine Saad, Los Angeles Times, 4 Mar. 2024 The entertainer passed away at his home in Los Angeles on Tuesday night after suffering a heart attack, his publicist told CNN. Alexandra Banner, CNN, 29 Feb. 2024 His publicist, Jeff Abraham, said Lewis passed away peacefully after a heart attack. Dustin Nelson, EW.com, 28 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1792, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of publicist was in 1792

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“Publicist.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/publicist. Accessed 28 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

publicist

noun
pub·​li·​cist ˈpəb-lə-səst How to pronounce publicist (audio)
1
a
: an expert in international law
b
: an expert on public affairs
2

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