op-ed

noun

ˈäp-ˈed

variants often Op-Ed

often attributive

: a page of special features usually opposite the editorial page of a newspaper

also : a feature on such a page

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In numerous articles and op-eds, medical experts and women's health advocates said Clancy's case highlights the need for changes in medical care to prevent tragedies like this. — Carmel Wroth, NPR, 4 Sep. 2026 In an op-ed for Food & Wine last November, restaurateur John Winterman derided the book’s effect on guest behavior. — Adam Reiner, Bon Appetit Magazine, 3 Sep. 2026 As Kolkhorst said in her op-ed, the abuse of them can and has already happened. — Mateo Rosiles, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 In New Jersey, the op-ed authors were alarmed by the bond’s staggering price and the impact that would have on the state. — David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for op-ed

Word History

Etymology

short for opposite editorial

First Known Use

1931, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of op-ed was in 1931

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