Anchormen: meaning, definitions and examples

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anchormen

 

[ ˈæŋkərˌmæn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

news broadcasting

An anchorman is a male television news presenter who is responsible for delivering the news in a professional manner. He often leads the program, introduces news segments, and interacts with reporters and correspondents. This role is crucial in maintaining the flow and integrity of the news broadcast.

Synonyms

broadcaster, news anchor, newsreader, presenter

Examples of usage

  • The anchorman delivered the evening news with confidence.
  • Viewers tuned in to watch the popular anchorman report on the election results.
  • The anchorman interviewed various experts during the live segment.
  • During the breaking news, the anchorman kept the audience informed.

Translations

Translations of the word "anchormen" in other languages:

🇵🇹 âncoras

🇮🇳 एंकर

🇩🇪 Anchormänner

🇮🇩 pembawa berita

🇺🇦 ведучі новин

🇵🇱 prowadzący

🇯🇵 アンカー

🇫🇷 présentateurs

🇪🇸 presentadores

🇹🇷 sunucular

🇰🇷 앵커

🇸🇦 مقدمو الأخبار

🇨🇿 hlavní moderátoři

🇸🇰 hlavní moderátori

🇨🇳 新闻主播

🇸🇮 voditelji

🇮🇸 fréttamenn

🇰🇿 жүргізушілер

🇬🇪 ტელეწამყვანები

🇦🇿 ankorlar

🇲🇽 presentadores

Etymology

The term 'anchorman' has its origins in the world of broadcasting and journalism. The word 'anchor' itself comes from the Old French term 'ancor' and Latin 'ancora', meaning a heavy object used to moor ships, symbolizing stability and reliability. In the context of news broadcasting, the anchorman serves as the critical leader of the news presentation, much like an anchor provides stability at sea. The role became prominent in the mid-20th century as television emerged as a primary medium for news delivery. Pioneering figures such as Walter Cronkite contributed to popularizing the term, establishing the anchorman as a trusted figure in American households. Over time, the role has evolved, incorporating new technologies and formats, but the anchorman remains an integral part of news reporting.