announcer

an-noun-cer · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A person who introduces or gives information about programs on radio or television.

  2. 2.

    A person who makes public announcements.

Forms

plural: announcers

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    radio announcer — A person who speaks on radio broadcasts.
  • •
    sports announcer — A commentator for sporting events.
  • •
    public address announcer — A person who makes announcements over a PA system.

Related words

See also: announce, announcement, broadcaster, presenter
Synonyms: broadcaster, commentator, host, presenter

Etymology

From announce + -er (agent suffix), ultimately from Latin annuntiare ("to announce").