MC

noun

ˌem-ˈsē How to pronounce MC (audio)
Definition of MCnext
as in announcer
a person who conducts a program of entertainment by making introductions and providing continuity when we needed an impromptu MC at the wedding reception, my brother volunteered

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  1. announcer
  2. host
  3. emcee
Noun
  • Animated versions of on-air ESPN announcers including Mina Kimes and Dan Orlovsky will also be providing in-game commentary.
    Brad Adgate, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
  • And before the public address announcer even had time to announce Rossi’s goal, Spurgeon tied the game on a bit of a lucky break.
    Michael Russo, The Athletic, 30 Nov. 2024
Definition of announcer
Noun
  • Try outsider, big personality hosts like Elie Mystal and Pablo Torre.
    Keith Olbermann, Variety, 17 Dec. 2024
  • Its most infamous crime was the 1984 murder of Alan Berg, an outspoken, liberal, Jewish radio host in Denver.
    Zach Baylin, Los Angeles Times, 17 Dec. 2024
Definition of host
Noun
  • The Brownsville, Brooklyn emcee takes Christianity to task, examining its use as a tool of trauma and oppression, especially against Black Americans.
    Pitchfork, Pitchfork, 3 Dec. 2024
  • Serving as the evening’s heart and emcee, Franklin brought his usual combination of high-octane energy and humor, reminding us why he’s been such a force in gospel music.
    Shelby Stewart, Essence, 28 Oct. 2024
Definition of emcee
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“MC.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/MC. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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