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(chiefly, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.

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#1·Apr 27, 2026UK

(chiefly, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.

Every year I am the compere for our Church Quiz Night.
Origin: A borrowing of , from , from , from + father.. Origin information sourced from Wiktionary contributors (CC BY-SA 4.0).
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#2·Apr 27, 2026UK

(intransitive, transitive) To emcee, to act as compere.

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  • “May is Military Appreciation Month – MRFF Board Member John Compere explains the significant dates in this month designated by Congress to honor our men and women in uniform and their families”

    — Bluesky· May 2026
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