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Definition of narrowcaster
narrowcaster
/ˈnær.oʊˌkæs.tɚ/
nar · row · cas · ter
Plural:narrowcasters
narrowcaster Lexical Profile
CEFR
C1
Grade
11
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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• noun
1
A person, organization, or media outlet that transmits programming, information, or advertising to a specific, tightly defined demographic rather than to the general public.
Example
"With the rapid growth of specialized podcasts and subscription newsletters, almost anyone can become a narrowcaster catering to highly specific interests."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Coined in the late 20th century as a direct contrast to 'broadcaster', combining 'narrow' with '-caster' (from broadcast), reflecting the rise of cable television and specialized media targeting niche demographics.
Usage Trend
Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Narrowcaster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/narrowcaster