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entertainer

B1
noun

Pronunciation

UK

  • /ˌɛntətˈeɪnə/

US

  • /ˌɛnərˈteɪnər/
  • /ˌɛntərˈteɪnər/

Description

An entertainer is someone who performs to amuse, interest, or delight other people. The word is often used for singers, actors, comedians, dancers, magicians, hosts, and other people who hold an audience's attention. A children's party performer, a late-night TV host, and a musician on stage can all be called entertainers.

The word usually suggests someone whose main role is to give people enjoyment. In some contexts, it can also describe a person who is naturally lively and keeps others engaged, such as a friend who tells great stories and makes every gathering more fun.

Examples

  1. 1

    Performing career

    She started as a dancer but soon became a popular entertainer.

  2. 2

    Hospitality

    Hotels in the area hire live entertainers during the summer.

  3. 3

    Natural talent

    He's a natural entertainer who can hold a room's attention for hours.

    • Phrase

      natural entertainer

      someone who is naturally very good at performing for people

  4. 4

    Television

    Many children first knew him as a TV entertainer, not as an actor.

  5. 5

    Public speaking

    Some public speakers are almost as much entertainers as teachers.

Forms and spellings

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Main spelling

  • entertainernoun

Forms

  • entertainerspluralnoun