chat show
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Definition
Noun: A television or radio program in which a host converses with guests, often celebrities or experts, about various topics, typically in a relaxed, informal manner. The format may include questions from a studio audience or those submitted by viewers/listeners.
Usage
A "chat show" is a type of broadcast program. It is used to describe the program format itself. * She was invited to be a guest on a popular late-night chat show. * The host of the chat show is known for his insightful interviews.
Advanced Usage
- "To host a chat show": To be the main presenter of such a program.
- After years as a comedian, she now hosts her own successful chat show.
- "Chat show host": A compound noun referring to the person who presents the program.
- The chat show host prepared thoroughly for the interview with the author.
Variants and Related Words
- Talk show (noun): The more common term in American English for the same format. The provided definition notes this is synonymous, with "chat show" being a term used in England.
- Interview program (noun): A more formal term for a program structured around interviews.
Synonyms
- Talk show
- Interview show
Notes on Different Meanings
The term "chat show" specifically refers to the broadcast genre. It is not typically used for informal online conversations or text-based chats, which would be referred to simply as "chat" or "online chat."
Noun
- a program during which well-known people discuss a topic or answer questions telephoned in by the audience
- in England they call a talk show a chat show