Pronouncer

noun

noun ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    One who pronounces.

    "Moreover, it is to be remembered that a poor speller is a poor pronouncer. The ear does not mark the sound any more exactly than the eye marks the letters."

  2. 2
    The official who gives out words to be spelled at a spelling bee and answers questions about their definition, use in a sentence and etymology.
  3. 3
    A phonetic representation of the pronunciation of a word, to aid the presenter.

    "Pronouncers are shown in all wire service copy destined for broadcast use. If you are doubtful about a word and don't have a pronouncer, try looking them up on one of the many helpful pronunciation guides available online […]"

Example

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"Moreover, it is to be remembered that a poor speller is a poor pronouncer. The ear does not mark the sound any more exactly than the eye marks the letters."

Etymology

From pronounce + -er.

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