Newsroom: meaning, definitions and examples
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newsroom
[ ˈnuːzruːm ]
journalism office
A newsroom is a place where journalists and other media professionals work together to gather, report, and publish news stories. It serves as the central location for reporting news, housing various staff such as reporters, editors, and producers. In larger media organizations, the newsroom typically features spaces for editorial meetings, desks for reporters, and equipment for broadcasting or writing. The environment is often fast-paced and dynamic, reflecting the urgency of news production.
Synonyms
editorial office, media center, reporting office.
Examples of usage
- The newsroom was buzzing with activity on election night.
- She started her career in the local newspaper's newsroom.
- The newsroom operates 24/7 to deliver timely news updates.
Translations
Translations of the word "newsroom" in other languages:
🇵🇹 sala de redação
🇮🇳 समाचार कक्ष
🇩🇪 Nachrichtenzimmer
🇮🇩 ruang berita
🇺🇦 редакція новин
🇵🇱 redakcja
🇯🇵 ニュースルーム
🇫🇷 salle de presse
🇪🇸 sala de prensa
🇹🇷 haber odası
🇰🇷 뉴스룸
🇸🇦 غرفة الأخبار
🇨🇿 redakce
🇸🇰 redakcia
🇨🇳 新闻编辑室
🇸🇮 novinarska soba
🇮🇸 fréttastofa
🇰🇿 жаңалықтар бөлмесі
🇬🇪 სიახლეების ოთახი
🇦🇿 xəbər mərkəzi
🇲🇽 sala de noticias
Etymology
The term 'newsroom' has its origins in the combination of 'news' and 'room'. The word 'news' comes from the late Middle Ages, derived from the plural of the word 'new', representing fresh information or recent events. Meanwhile, the word 'room' is rooted in Old English 'ruma', meaning space or area. As newspaper organizations evolved in the 19th century, the concept of a dedicated space for producing and managing news emerged, leading to the establishment of newsrooms as we know them today. Over time, with the advent of radio and television, newsrooms adapted to include new technologies and reporting methods, solidifying their role in the media landscape.