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presenter

American  
[pri-zen-ter] / prɪˈzɛn tər /

noun

  1. a person or thing that presents. present.

  2. a person who presents present an award, as at a formal ceremony.

presenter British  
/ prɪˈzɛntə /

noun

  1. a person who presents something or someone

  2. radio television a person who introduces a show, links items, interviews guests, etc; compere

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Etymology

Origin of presenter

First recorded in 1535–45; present 2 + -er 1

Example Sentences

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Ms. Worsley, a prolific author, TV presenter and the former joint chief curator at Historic Royal Palaces in the U.K., does, logically, emphasize the aspects of the Revolution that were particularly British.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

"Everyone warned me against it, friends, family people I know," he told presenter Márton Gulyás.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

On Monday, it was announced that the former Radio 1 presenter had been sacked by the BBC over allegations related to his personal conduct.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

The presenter also has a broad appeal, having won a Bafta last year with Rob Rinder, for Italian travel series, Rob & Rylan's Grand Tour.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

The Tomorrow’s World presenter was gluing himself to the ceiling of the studio.

From "Black Swan Green" by David Mitchell

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