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emcee
[em-see]
verb (used with object)
to act as master of ceremonies for.
verb (used without object)
to act as master of ceremonies.
emcee
/ ˌɛˈː /
noun
a master of ceremonies
verb
to act as master of ceremonies (for or at)
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of emcee1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of emcee1
Example Sentences
The race was initially scheduled to begin at 6:30 p.m., but an emcee announced that it was being pushed back to 6:45 p.m.
Mischer worked as a behind-the-scenes emcee for Hollywood’s most celebrated events, serving as executive producer for the Primetime Emmy Awards and director for Academy Awards ceremonies.
But the organization chooses its emcees with intent.
The academy typically unveils its show emcee in late fall.
Amateur singers still reach for lung-busting high notes; judges still dispense advice drawn from their professional experience; Seacrest still emcees the proceedings with a knowing amusement.
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When To Use
An emcee is the person who serves as the host of an event by introducing performers, speakers, or other participants. It comes from the abbreviation MC, which stands for master of ceremonies. Emcee is a less formal way of saying master of ceremonies. Both terms are used in the context of events like weddings, banquets, and awards ceremonies, but, of the two, emcee is more commonly used in less formal situations.In hip-hop, emcee is often used as a synonym for rapper, especially one skilled at lyricism.Emcee can also be used as a verb meaning to act as an emcee.Example: The local radio DJ acted as the emcee and introduced the competitors of the breakdancing contest.
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