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newsstand

newsstand

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An online store or app that sells and lets you read newspapers and magazines
  • noun
  • /ˈnjuːzˌstænd/
  • Texting
translation icon : quiosco digital
  • Others were excited about the Online Newsstand, but they had no idea what a QR code is or how it is helpful.
  • an online newsstand

Examples

  • Then I have the newsstand app, oops, that just comes with it.

  • Throughout the first day, to determine students' level of interest, I talked up the Online Newsstand and the code.

    Academic text (2014)
  • By branding each issue, we brand the magazine... giving it a more unique identity on the newsstand.

  • I began my QR code journey with the Online Newsstand for several reasons.

    Academic text (2014)
  • For example, students looking for the most current information about a world conflict may choose the Online Newsstand over print media in the library, as the Newsstand is more likely to have the most current articles.

    Academic text (2014)
  • Beyond the library of books, many magazines have their own Kindle Fire apps, plus the newsstand offers individual issues.

    Blog text (20)
  • The top of the home screen has labeled categories: Newsstand, Books, Music, Video, Docs, Apps, and Web.

    Blog text (1)
  • Most students were unaware that the Online Newsstand existed, and many were thrilled that the library had QR codes.

    Academic text (2014)
  • However, I began with the Newsstand primarily because I hoped that it would generate excitement and curiosity in students, which would get them intrigued about future codes.

    Academic text (2014)
  • You can easily access your favorite magazines through the newsstand app on your smartphone.

Compounds

A person who sells newspapers and magazines at a small street stall

Surface Forms

newsstand singular
newsstands plural

Morphology

newsstand = news + stand (semi-transparent) = news + stand

Formally a compound of 'news' + 'stand', but the meaning is a metaphorical extension to a digital storefront/app rather than a physical stall.

Etymology

Newsstand in digital use keeps the same idea: it's an online stand, 'an online shop' where you can buy, subscribe to, or read newspapers and magazines on your device.