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(dated) A woman who acts as a host at a formal event. / A woman who conducts a programme of varied entertainment, for example by introducing performers to the audience.

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mistress of ceremonies

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mistress of ceremonies

Noun

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(dated) A woman who acts as a host at a formal event. / A woman who conducts a programme of varied entertainment, for example by introducing performers to the audience.

Japanese Meaning

公式な式典やイベントで進行役を務める女性 / 多様なエンターテイメント番組において、パフォーマーの紹介などの進行を行う女性ホスト

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At the gala, the mistress of ceremonies introduced each honoree with warm humor and grace.

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ガラでは、式典で司会を務める女性が温かいユーモアと優雅さで受賞者一人ひとりを紹介した。

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(dated) A woman who acts as a host at a formal event.

“In that case, sir,” she rejoined, “as my kinsman’s politeness seems to be still slumbering, you will permit me (though I suppose it is highly improper) to stand mistress of ceremonies, and to present to you young Squire Thorncliff Osbaldistone, your cousin […]”

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