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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

The announcement that the former presenter had been sacked by the BBC caused shock among listeners, and led to mounting pressure on the broadcaster to explain what led to his sudden departure.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

But the Radio 2 presenter was sacked after "new information" about his conduct came to light in recent weeks, the BBC said.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Clara Amfo, who is currently a presenter on BBC TV's The One Show, spent years as a key voice on Radio 1.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

We’ve all witnessed with embarrassment the off-the-cuff speaker crashing and burning at a wedding, or the panicky TV presenter “drying” on air.

From "Words Like Loaded Pistols" by Sam Leith