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An emcee is the person who serves as the host of an event by introducing performers, speakers, or other participants. It comes from the abbreviation MC, which stands for master of ceremonies.��

Emcee is a less formal way of saying master of ceremonies. Both terms are used in the context of events like weddings, banquets, and awards ceremonies, but, of the two, emcee is more commonly used in less formal situations.

In hip-hop, emcee is often used as a synonym for rapper, especially one skilled at lyricism.

Emcee can also be used as a verb meaning to act as an emcee.

Example: The local radio DJ acted as the emcee and introduced the competitors of the breakdancing contest.

The term master of ceremonies has been used since at least the 1600s, originally referring to an official who presided over royal ceremonies. The first records of emcee come from the 1930s, from the U.S. The spelling emcee is based on what it sounds like when you say the abbreviation MC (for master of ceremonies). The spelling deejay���ǰ� DJ, standing for disc jockey—is formed the same way.

At some weddings, the DJ acts as the emcee. But at other weddings and many other kinds of events, there is a dedicated emcee. Their job is typically to serve as a host, speak to the audience, and keep the show or event on track by introducing speakers, performers, or any other people involved in the event.

In hip-hop, use of the word emcee (or MC) comes from the early days of rap, when a master of ceremonies would sometimes talk to the crowd while the DJ played music. Some of them started rhyming over the beat. While emcee is often used synonymously with rapper, some people make a distinction between the terms. A rapper considered an emcee is often one who is thought to elevate the level of artistry and skill, especially lyrically.

What are some other forms related to emcee?

• MC
• M.C.

What are some synonyms for emcee?

• master of ceremonies
• host
• rapper

What are some words that often get used in discussing emcee?

• event
• announce
• introduce
• rap
• hip-hop
• microphone

Emcee is commonly used in the context of weddings and other events where guests and performers need to be introduced. It is typically used more informally than the phrase it is based on—master of ceremonies.

yesterday I was asked to emcee the wedding of two beloved friends and I AM TOO EXCITED

— Syd (@SupersonicSyd)

Thanks to all who came out to the Last Laugh yesterday evening. My first time as emcee at the club and I had a ball. Next stop: Singapore!

— Tim Smith's Uber Driver (@itsmarcusryan)

Sometimes you hate a beat but accept the challenge because you know the end results will be great!! That’s what emcees do.. !

— little farma (@stylesp)

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True or False?

The emcee is the person who is supposed to keep an event on track and will typically introduce speakers or performers.