Meaning & use

teleprompter

noun·Everyday

A device that displays a scrolling script for a speaker to read while appearing to look directly at the audience or camera.

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The news anchor read the headlines smoothly off the teleprompter.

The politician's speech relied heavily on a teleprompter positioned just below the camera.

A note on using this word

Widely used in broadcasting and public speaking to help presenters deliver scripted words naturally.

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