emcee
noun
Pronunciation: /ˌemˈsiː/
Definition
A person who hosts a public event, introduces speakers or performers, and keeps the program moving.
Examples
She was asked to emcee the annual charity gala because of her quick wit.
The professional emcee kept the audience engaged during the long transition between acts.
He has emceed several local talent shows over the past decade.
How to Use emcee
- emcee an event (collocation)
- to act as the host for a specific occasion — "He was hired to emcee the corporate awards ceremony."
- emcee for someone (prepositional phrase)
- to perform the hosting duties on behalf of another party — "She agreed to emcee for the local theater group during their fundraiser."
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