Symposiarch (Noun)
Meaning
The person who proposes toasts and introduces speakers at a banquet.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The symposiarch stood at the podium, a glass of fine wine in hand, and welcomed the evening's guests.
- As the evening wore on, the symposiarch took to the stage once more to introduce the keynote speaker.
- The symposiarch's witty remarks and clever toasts had the entire banquet hall in stitches.
- With a charming smile, the symposiarch raised her glass and proposed a toast to the happy couple.
- As the evening's festivities came to a close, the symposiarch expressed his gratitude to the evening's speakers and performers.