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Definition
A professional writer, often one writing for online media or ghostwriting.
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How it's used
Often carries a slightly informal or commercial connotation compared to the more formal 作家. It frequently refers to someone who produces content for hire, such as ghostwriters or copywriters, rather than an author of literary works. In the digital age, it is almost exclusively used for people who write content for blogs, social media, or marketing purposes.
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He has been an internet writer for a long time.
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Common mistake
Do not use this to describe a famous novelist or poet, as it sounds too utilitarian and lacks the prestige associated with professional literary authorship.
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