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toastmaster

/ˈtoʊstˌmæstɚ/
toast · mas · ter
Plural:toastmasters
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• noun

1

A person who presides over a formal banquet, reception, or dinner, responsible for proposing toasts and introducing after-dinner speakers.

Example

"The toastmaster tapped his glass gently to quiet the room before introducing the guest of honor."

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• Nearby Words

toaster
toastie
toastiness
toastmaster
toasty
tobacco
tobaccoless

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 18th century as a compound of 'toast' (from the earlier custom of placing spiced toasted bread into wine bowls before drinking to someone's health) and 'master'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Toastmaster. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/toastmaster
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