noun

emcee

ehm-SEE

Emcee (noun) means a person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies. Example: “The emcee kept the wedding reception running smoothly all night.”

noun

A person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies.

"The emcee kept the wedding reception running smoothly all night."

verb

To act as host, introducing performers or speakers at an event.

"She agreed to emcee the charity gala."

How to Use Emcee

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe host who introduces acts and keeps a show or event moving — or, as a verb, to act as that host.

Common pairings

emcee an event act as emcee

Word Forms

emceed past tense, emcees plural, emcees singular

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Etymology

A phonetic spelling of the initials "MC," short for "master of ceremonies."

Rhymes for emcee

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does “emcee” mean?

The word “emcee” means a person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies. In plain terms, the host who introduces acts and keeps a show or event moving — or, as a verb, to act as that host.

How do you pronounce “emcee”?

“Emcee” is pronounced ehm-SEE (/ˌɛmˈsiː/ in IPA).

How do you use “emcee” in a sentence?

Here is “emcee” used in a sentence: “The emcee kept the wedding reception running smoothly all night.”

What part of speech is “emcee”?

Depending on how it is used, “emcee” can be a noun and a verb.

How many meanings does “emcee” have?

“Emcee” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a person who hosts and introduces acts at an event; a master of ceremonies.