mistress of ceremonies

noun phrase

: a woman who presides at a public ceremony or who acts as hostess of a stage, radio, or television show

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This year, Houston’s very own Megan Thee Stallion served as the mistress of ceremonies, for an evening that was filled with talent. Shelby Stewart, Essence, 12 Sep. 2024 The master and mistress of ceremonies will be writers/artists Phil Foglio and Kaja Foglio, with special live intermission entertainment from The Corps Dance Crew and the Saber Guild Star Wars performance group. Phillip Molnar, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2023

Word History

First Known Use

1845, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of mistress of ceremonies was in 1845

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“Mistress of ceremonies.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mistress%20of%20ceremonies. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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