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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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Recent Examples of Synonyms for MC
  1. announcer
  2. host
  3. emcee
Noun
  • The announcer has sealed a six-year, $108 million extension that will keep him at ESPN through 2032, The Athletic reported Wednesday.
    — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 16 Sep. 2026
  • McKenzie Mitchell, who also works for TNA Wrestling, is the ring announcer.
    — James Varsallone, Miami Herald, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of announcer
Noun
  • Nasmaranian’s host needs to be replaced every so often in eternity.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Sep. 2026
  • Potential questions touch on a host of issues, including Russia, Iran, and Venezuela as well as tariffs, bonds, and crypto.
    — Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 15 Sep. 2026
Definition of host
Noun
  • Domingo will serve as emcee for gala, with Paris Hilton as DJ for the afterparty.
    — Kirsten Chuba, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
  • Rob once served as emcee of the group's annual Cape & Gown Gala.
    — Marc Cota Robles, ABC News, 27 Aug. 2026
Definition of emcee
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“MC.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/MC. Accessed 19 Sep. 2026.

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