Usage Note
Verleger is the owner or proprietor of a publishing house, as distinct from the editor-in-chief (Chefredakteur). In German media tradition, Verleger often implies personal responsibility and vision for a publication. Feminine: Verlegerin.
Examples
"Der Verleger entschied, das Magazin trotz sinkender Auflage weiterzuführen."
Natural Translation
The publisher decided to continue the magazine despite falling circulation.
Literal Translation
The publisher decided, the magazine despite falling circulation to continue.
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