columnist
UK: ˈkɒləm.nɪst | US: ˈkɑːləm.nɪst
n. a person who writes a regular column in a newspaper or magazine
The word "columnist" combines "column," referring to a vertical section of text in print media (derived from Latin "columna," meaning "pillar"), with the suffix "-ist," indicating a person who practices or specializes in something. The term emerged in the early 20th century as newspapers expanded opinion and feature sections, creating a role for writers who contributed recurring columns.
The columnist’s weekly articles on politics are widely read.
She became a columnist after years of reporting local news.
His humorous take as a food columnist earned him a loyal following.
The newspaper hired a new columnist to cover technology trends.
Readers often write letters responding to the columnist’s viewpoints.