Definition, synonyms and related words
plural of publisher
"The local library recently received a donation from two prominent publishers to expand their collection of rare books."
In plain English: Publishers are companies that buy and sell books, magazines, and other written works to the public.
"Many publishers released new books this week."
Usage: Publishers are companies or individuals that produce and distribute books, newspapers, magazines, or music to the public. Use this term when referring to the organizations responsible for getting written or recorded works into circulation.
Derived from the Latin publicare, this term originally meant to make public or announce officially. It entered English via Old French, evolving to describe those who distribute printed works to the general public.