Compere
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒmpɛː(ɹ)/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Compere is a noun meaning (intransitive, transitive) To emcee, to act as compere.
Meaning
(intransitive, transitive) To emcee, to act as compere.
More Meanings
- (chiefly UK, Ireland, Commonwealth) A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.
Example Sentences
I will be compering for next week's Village Fete.
Every year I am the compere for our Church Quiz Night.
The compere came onto the stage holding the gold envelope that contained the winner's name.
Not only for his fighting expertise but also reminiscent of a compere in a cabaret show working the crowd, as a build up to the main event.
Word Forms
- comperes
- compering
- compered
Synonyms for compere
Depending on context, synonyms include emcee.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include emcee, morel, presenter, conferencier, presentor, host.
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