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

1. 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