Bylined: meaning, definitions and examples

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bylined

 

[ ˈbaɪlaɪnd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

writing attribution

The term 'bylined' refers to a byline in journalism or publishing where a writer's name appears alongside their article. This indicates authorship and gives credit to the individual responsible for the content. Bylined articles are typical in newspapers, magazines, and online media outlets. The presence of a byline can also suggest the credibility and authority of the author on a particular topic, which can be important for readers seeking quality information.

Synonyms

attributed, authored, credited.

Examples of usage

  • The bylined article drew attention to environmental issues.
  • She was proud to see her name bylined in the local newspaper.
  • His bylined piece on technology trends was widely shared.

Translations

Translations of the word "bylined" in other languages:

🇵🇹 com assinatura

🇮🇳 बाइनलाइन

🇩🇪 unterzeichnet

🇮🇩 dengan garis

🇺🇦 з підписом

🇵🇱 podpisane

🇯🇵 署名された

🇫🇷 signé

🇪🇸 firmado

🇹🇷 imzalı

🇰🇷 서명된

🇸🇦 موقع

🇨🇿 podepsáno

🇸🇰 podpísané

🇨🇳 署名

🇸🇮 podpisano

🇮🇸 undirritað

🇰🇿 қол қойылған

🇬🇪 ხელმოწერილი

🇦🇿 imzalanmış

🇲🇽 firmado

Etymology

The word 'bylined' derives from the term 'byline,' which itself combines 'by' and 'line.' The use of bylines in journalism can be traced back to the 19th century, when newspapers began to publish articles with the names of their authors to signify who had written them. This practice became increasingly important as journalism evolved, prompting the need for authorship recognition. Over time, bylines have come to regard not only the author but also the integrity of the piece, offering readers insight into the credibility and reliability of the information presented. By the late 20th century and into the 21st, the advent of digital media further normalized the use of bylines, making them a standard element in articles across various platforms.