A person who introduces programs or makes public announcements, especially on radio, television, or at events.
From 'announce' (from Old French 'anoncier' and Latin 'ad-' plus 'nuntiare' meaning 'to bring news'), plus the agent suffix '-er' to mean 'one who announces.'
Radio announcers became so influential in the 1930s-1940s that their voices could make or break political campaigns—Hitler and FDR both recognized that the right announcer's voice could persuade millions.
Role was historically male-dominated in broadcasting; women announcers faced explicit exclusion and were relegated to subordinate roles until late 20th century.
Use 'announcer' gender-neutrally; if gender matters, specify 'female announcer', 'male announcer' only if relevant to context.
["broadcaster","presenter","commentator"]
Women pioneered radio and television announcing but were systematically underrepresented; Oprah Winfrey, Ellen DeGeneres, and Nora Jones broke into historically gatekept roles.
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