cartoonist
n.an artist who draws funny pictures or stories for newspapers, magazines, or books. They often create characters that tell a joke or share an opinion.
n.an artist who specialises in drawing cartoons, including single-panel illustrations, comic strips, or political commentary. Refers to those working in both print and digital media.
“The cartoonist draws a new comic strip every morning.”
“A political cartoonist uses satire to comment on current events in the daily newspaper.”
“While some view the profession as mere entertainment, a skilled cartoonist can distill complex social issues into a single, poignant image that resonates across cultural boundaries.”
From cartoon + -ist.
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