compere

name

1. A surname.

noun

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.

1. A master of ceremonies, especially for a television, variety, or quiz show.

   “Every year I am the compere for our Church Quiz Night.”

   “The compere came onto the stage holding the gold envelope that contained the winner's name.”

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.

1. To emcee, to act as compere.

   “I will be compering for next week's Village Fete.”