photographers

noun

plural of photographer
as in shooters
one who takes photographs we'll need to choose a photographer for the wedding

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Recent Examples of photographers Well, in 2026 the Hunter's Moon certainly succeeded in captivating the imagination and attention of photographers, who snapped the lunar disk alongside magnificent natural vistas, glowing cityscapes and ancient wonders. — Anthony Wood, Space.com, 26 Oct. 2026 In the garage, engineers analyzed telemetry screens and even images snapped mere seconds earlier by trackside photographers. — Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 26 Oct. 2026 Parents, wedding photographers, pet owners, and more can’t stop raving about it. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 Oct. 2026 Conceived as a dialogue between the three master photographers, each bringing their own perspective on India, the calendar is fronted by nine women tied to the country – and then some. — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 24 Oct. 2026 The National Elk Refuge, located just outside downtown Jackson, attracts both casual wildlife observers and professional photographers. — Lindsay Cohn, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026 Marysa Maslansky, whose influential Visages Photo Agency represented such A-list photographers as Herb Ritts, Mary Ellen Mark and George Hurrell in the 1980s and ’90s, has died. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2026 The Washington Post’s reporting on digital cameras examines why younger photographers are drawn to older cameras, pointing to their distinctive images and distraction-free experience. — Ashley Lynch, Kansas City Star, 21 Oct. 2026 The Washington Post’s reporting on digital cameras examines why younger photographers favor older models, including their distinctive look and distraction-free experience. — Ashley Lynch, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photographers
  1. shooters
  2. photogs
Noun
  • These three games—all benchmarked at the system’s full HD (1080p or 1200p native) resolution—represent competitive shooters, open-world games, and simulations, respectively.
    — Marshall Honorof, PC Magazine, 24 Oct. 2026
  • Hachimura developed into one of the Lakers’ most dependable shooters.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of shooters
Noun
  • Many pro photogs still want a small camera for everyday carry and travel, while Gen Z and older members of Gen Alpha are ditching phones for disconnected devices.
    — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 14 May 2026
  • With a signature bright plum lip and highlight in her hair, Williams, 61, kept her people close but didn't shy away from the camera, allowing the fashion week photogs to capture her for a solid 15 minutes before retreating to one of the presentation's regal showrooms.
    — Anna Kaufman, USA Today, 15 Sep. 2025
Definition of photogs

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“Photographers.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/photographers. Accessed 29 Oct. 2026.

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