1
a
: one that speaks
especially
: one who uses a language
native speakers of French
b
: one who makes a public speech
c
: one who acts as a spokesperson
2
: the presiding officer of a deliberative assembly
Speaker of the House of Representatives
3
Examples of speaker in a Sentence
I disagree with the last speaker.
He is an excellent public speaker.
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Phillips, the original designer, made them with more powerful speakers than traditional indoor stereos.
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The lights were turned on, and an announcement came over the speaker to immediately exit.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
However, the speaker may be able to enjoy some Democratic support on the procedural rule vote, which is usually a party-line test of unity, as three Democrats supported the five-year extension last week.
—Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 26 Apr. 2026
The White House press briefing room took on a surreal appearance as the speakers and interrogators dressed in tuxedoes and evening gowns for one of the most elegant and anticipated parties of the year became a crime scene instead.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
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Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 Apr. 2026
The lights were turned on, and an announcement came over the speaker to immediately exit.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 26 Apr. 2026
However, the speaker may be able to enjoy some Democratic support on the procedural rule vote, which is usually a party-line test of unity, as three Democrats supported the five-year extension last week.
—Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 26 Apr. 2026
The White House press briefing room took on a surreal appearance as the speakers and interrogators dressed in tuxedoes and evening gowns for one of the most elegant and anticipated parties of the year became a crime scene instead.
—Zac Anderson, USA Today, 26 Apr. 2026
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“Speaker.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/speaker. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.
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