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
  • Julian’s name and number were read out ahead of the Rojiblancos’ La Liga meeting with Villarreal, as the announcer ran through the team.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
  • Gruden got the opportunity on WFLA-TV because Chris Myers, the regular play-by-play announcer, was scheduled to work the IndyCar Freedom 250 for Fox.
    — Saad Yousuf, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2026
Definition of announcer
Noun
  • Ariana Madix has had a meteoric rise as a host — one that landed her an Emmy nomination this year.
    — William Earl, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
  • Those familiar with Radiolab, which Abumrad founded and co-hosts, will hear the similarities.
    — Becca James, Vulture, 25 Aug. 2026
Definition of host
Noun
  • Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson, a former student of McKenna’s, served as emcee for the ceremony.
    — Staff report, Daily News, 22 Aug. 2026
  • Past events have seen the likes of Thelonious Martin, Philmore Green, and even Stacy Epps (MF DOOM and Madlib’s label mate, producer, singer and emcee), who flew into the city for and performed at the Living Listening Party for free.
    — Britt Julious, Chicago Tribune, 19 Aug. 2026
Definition of emcee
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“MC.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/MC. Accessed 29 Aug. 2026.

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