emcees
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/ˈɛmˌsiː/
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/ˈɛm.siː/
(emcee)
event host
Etymology
'emcee' originates from English, specifically the initialism 'MC' (short for 'master of ceremonies'), where 'M' stood for 'master' and 'C' stood for 'ceremonies'.
'MC' appeared as an abbreviation in the early 20th century referring to a 'master of ceremonies'; the spelled-out form 'emcee' emerged later in the 20th century and became common as both a noun and a verb.
Initially it meant 'master of ceremonies' referring to the person in charge of an event; over time it broadened to mean any host or presenter and also developed a verbal use meaning 'to act as a host'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'emcee': hosts or masters of ceremonies — people who introduce performers, speakers, or coordinate an event.
The emcees kept the audience entertained between acts.
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Verb 1
third-person singular present of 'emcee' (to act as an emcee — to host or introduce at an event).
She emcees the annual awards ceremony every year.
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Last updated: 2025/12/18 02:13