columnist
/ˈkɒ.lə.mɪst/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: columnists
Meaning · English
A regular writer of a column, such as in a magazine or newspaper.
Noun
Examples
a sports columnist
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “columnist” mean?
A regular writer of a column, such as in a magazine or newspaper.
Is “columnist” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.