pronouncer

English

Etymology

From pronounce +‎ -er.

Noun

pronouncer (plural pronouncers)

  1. One who pronounces.
    • 1881, The Western: A Journal of Literature, Education, and Art:
      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. 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. (broadcasting) A phonetic representation of the pronunciation of a word, to aid the presenter.
    • 2019, Carl Hausman, ‎Philip G. Benoit, ‎Fritz Messere, Announcing for Broadcasting and the Internet
      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 […]
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