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newsgathering

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The collection of information related to current events.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: broadcasting, media

Examples

  • This portable camera is just the thing for on-the-spot newsgathering.
  • Our network has the best newsgathering operation in the country.

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From news + gathering.

Across languages

Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • Dutch: nieuwsgaring — collecting information
  • French: journalisme — collecting information
  • French: collecte d'informations — collecting information
  • Portuguese: apuração — collecting information