The byline
Example: Byline identifies author of an article or publication
Definition
"The byline" is the line in a newspaper or magazine article that names the author or writer of the piece, providing credit and often indicating responsibility for the content. It helps readers identify who produced the written work.
Etymology
The term "the byline" originated in journalism during the early 20th century. It refers to the line 'by' which the author's name appears, literally meaning 'by the line' where the author's credit is given. Did you know it was coined as newspapers sought to highlight authorship more clearly?
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"The byline" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - HR - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 182 commonly used words.
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