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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Noun
  • The Last of Us star, 54, assumed the role of the announcer for the 97th Academy Awards on Sunday, March 2.
    Liza Esquibias, People.com, 3 Mar. 2025
  • Master of ceremonies Conan O'Brien (taking his first swing at Oscars hosting duties) and announcer Nick Offerman (also his first time in the role) will oversee the celebration in the year's best and brightest in film.
    Ryan Coleman, EW.com, 2 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • Every Tuesday night, the Milk District is host to a food truck block party called Tasty Takeover, with rotating trucks lined up alongside the district’s favorite bars like The Nook on Robinson.
    Kelsey Glennon, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The three hosts made their joint debut on Morning Joe Wednesday morning.
    Alex Weprin, The Hollywood Reporter, 5 Mar. 2025
Noun
  • The show is bolstered by a panel of five hosts — one of them a former contestant, introduced as an emcee in season three — offering witty commentary and analysis.
    Lily Ford, The Hollywood Reporter, 28 Feb. 2025
  • The Florida emcee more recently was seen laid out in the street eating chicken, presumably on drugs.
    Keydra Manns, Essence, 27 Feb. 2025
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“MC.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/MC. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

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