compere
(chiefly, UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.
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(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.
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(intransitive, transitive) To emcee, to act as compere.
“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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