Newsgirl: meaning, definitions and examples
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newsgirl
[ njuːzɡɜːrl ]
media job
A newsgirl refers to a female newspaper vendor or reporter, typically one who sells or distributes newspapers on the streets. Historically, newsgirls emerged in the late 19th and early 20th centuries when women began to take on jobs that were traditionally held by men in the journalism field. They played a crucial role in disseminating news to the public and were often seen in urban environments selling daily editions. The term can also refer to a young female journalist who covers news stories for various media outlets.
Synonyms
journalist, news vendor, reporter
Examples of usage
- The newsgirl handed out newspapers on the bustling street corner.
- In the early 1900s, many newsgirls worked to support their families.
- The newsgirl reported live from the scene of the breaking news.
- She dreamed of becoming a newsgirl to share important stories with the world.
Translations
Translations of the word "newsgirl" in other languages:
🇵🇹 jornalista
🇮🇳 समाचार लड़की
🇩🇪 Nachrichtenmädchen
🇮🇩 gadis berita
🇺🇦 новинарка
🇵🇱 dziewczyna wiadomości
🇯🇵 ニュースガール
🇫🇷 fille de nouvelles
🇪🇸 chica de noticias
🇹🇷 haber kızı
🇰🇷 뉴스걸
🇸🇦 فتاة أخبار
🇨🇿 novinářka
🇸🇰 novinárka
🇨🇳 新闻女孩
🇸🇮 novinarka
🇮🇸 fréttastelpa
🇰🇿 жаңалық қыз
🇬🇪 ახალგაზრდა გოგონა
🇦🇿 xəbərlər qızı
🇲🇽 chica de noticias
Etymology
The term 'newsgirl' has its roots in the early days of journalism and the newspaper industry. It became particularly popular in the late 19th century when societal norms began to shift, allowing women to enter the workforce in roles such as reporting and news distribution. Traditionally, job roles in media were dominated by men, but the rise of the newsgirl symbolized a change in perception about women's capabilities in journalism. While the exact origin of the word is uncertain, it is likely a combination of 'news'—derived from the Old French 'novelles'—referring to new information, and 'girl', a term used informally to describe a young female. Newsgirls were often recognized for their innovative spirit and determination to carve out a space for themselves in the media landscape, leading to greater recognition of women's contributions in journalism.