compere
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒmpɛː(ɹ)/
The English word “compere” has 2 meanings listed here.
noun
- A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.
verb
Etymology
A borrowing of French compère (“partner, accomplice”), from Old French comper, from Late Latin compater (“godfather”), from Latin com- (“with”) + pater (“father”). Doublet of compeer, compadre, and goombah.
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