presenter
|pre-sent-er|
B1
🇺🇸
/prɪˈzɛntər/
🇬🇧
/prɪˈzentə/
introducer or host
Etymology
Etymology Information
'presenter' originates from the Latin word 'praesentare,' where 'prae-' meant 'before' and 'sentare' meant 'to place.'
Historical Evolution
'praesentare' transformed into the Old French word 'presenter,' and eventually became the modern English word 'presenter.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to place before,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'someone who introduces or hosts.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who introduces or hosts television or radio programs.
The presenter introduced the guests on the show.
Synonyms
Noun 2
someone who presents information or a performance to an audience.
The presenter gave a compelling talk at the conference.
Synonyms
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