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micropublisher

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈmaɪ.kroʊˌpʌb.lɪ.ʃər/

KK: /ˈmaɪkroʊˌpʌblɪʃər/

noun
Definition

A person or company that publishes small-scale or niche publications, often focusing on specific topics or audiences.


Example

The micropublisher released a new book on local history that appealed to a small but dedicated readership.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard of a micropublisher?
Sloth B
Yeah, I think they focus on small print runs, right?
Sloth A
Exactly! It's a great way for indie authors to get noticed.
Sloth B
Totally, plus it keeps the publishing process more personal.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
publisher
editor
distributor
Antonyms
author
reader
consumer
Root Explanation

Micropublisher → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "publisher" (from Old French "publier", meaning to make public). The word "micropublisher" refers to a publisher that operates on a small scale, often focusing on niche markets or limited print runs.

Memory Tip

Think of 'small' ('micro-') and 'making public' ('publisher') to remember that a micropublisher is someone who publishes on a small scale.

Visually Confused Words
republisher
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