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master of ceremonies

DEFINITIONS OF: master of ceremonies

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n a person who acts as host at formal occasions (makes an introductory speech and introduces other speakers)

Synonyms:
emcee, host
Examples:
Edward Vincent Sullivan
United States host on a well known television variety show (1902-1974)
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compere
British term for someone who introduces television acts or cabarets etc
Lord of Misrule
a person appointed master of revels at a Christmas celebration
question master, quizmaster
the host or chairman of a radio or tv quiz show or panel game
ringmaster
the person in charge of performances in a circus ring
symposiarch, toastmaster
the person who proposes toasts and introduces speakers at a banquet
toast mistress
a woman toastmaster
Type of:
entertainer
a person who tries to please or amuse
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