| Main Entry: | hostess |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | a woman who hosts visitors |
Synonyms: |
M.C. emcee, host, lady of the house, mistress of ceremonies, mistress of the household, toastmistress |
| Main Entry: | master of ceremonies |
| Part of Speech: | noun |
| Definition: | formal host |
Synonyms: |
MC, compere, emcee, host, marshal, mistress of ceremonies, moderator, ringmaster, toastmaster |