newscaster
/'nju:zkɑ:stə/
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Definition
- Noun:
- A person who reads or presents news reports on television or radio: A newscaster is someone whose job is to broadcast news to the public, typically as part of a scheduled program.
Usage
- A newscaster delivers news reports, often from a studio, and may also provide commentary or introduce segments.
- The role involves clear speech, credibility, and often on-camera presentation for television.
Examples
- Noun:
- The experienced newscaster reported on the election results with clarity.
- Viewers trust the newscaster to provide accurate and timely information.
Advanced Usage
- "Anchor" vs. "Newscaster": While often used interchangeably, an "anchor" typically hosts a news program and coordinates reports from other correspondents, whereas a "newscaster" is a broader term for anyone who broadcasts the news.
- She worked as a newscaster for a local station before becoming the national network anchor.
Variants and Related Words
- Newscasting (n): The activity or profession of broadcasting the news.
- He has a degree in journalism and newscasting.
- Newscast (n): A radio or television broadcast of news reports.
- I watch the evening newscast every day.
Synonyms
- Newsreader: (Common in British English) A person who reads the news on television or radio.
- Broadcaster: A person who presents or announces programs on radio or television.
- Anchor: A person who presents and coordinates a news program.
Related Phrases
- News team: The group of people, including newscasters, reporters, and producers, who work together to create a news broadcast.
- The entire news team worked through the night to cover the breaking story.
Noun
- someone who broadcasts the news