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Definition children's laureate in American English

children's laureate noun

noun
1

in the UK, a well-known writer or illustrator of books for children who is chosen for two years to encourage a love of books and reading in children. The position is funded by the publishing industry and charities

Example

The prize-winning author Malorie Blackman has become Britain's first black children's laureate.

Definition children's laureate in American English