Meaning & use

co-host

noun·Everyday

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A person who hosts an event, show, or program jointly with one or more other people.

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The podcast's co-host joined a few minutes late due to a scheduling mix-up.

She agreed to co-host the charity gala alongside a local news anchor.

A note on using this word

Can be used as a noun ('the co-host') or a verb ('to co-host an event'); often written with or without a hyphen.

Words with a similar meaning

joint host

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Another way to use it

2. verb

To host an event, show, or program together with someone else.

The two comedians co-host a weekly talk show.

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