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commentate
[kom-uhn-teyt]
verb (used with object)
to deliver a commentary on.
to commentate a fashion show.
to write a commentary on; annotate.
to commentate the Book of Job.
verb (used without object)
to serve as a commentator.
The senior staff member will commentate, as usual.
to make explanatory or critical comments, as upon a text.
the manuscript on which I am commentating.
commentate
/ ˈɒəˌٱɪ /
verb
(intr) to serve as a commentator
(tr) to make a commentary on (a text, event, etc)
Usage
Word History and Origins
Origin of commentate1
Example Sentences
"It is never a letdown with this player," said former British number one Andrew Castle, who was commentating on the Queen's tournament.
"How many games have I commentated on? I haven't got a clue," he admits.
"Who punched Tom Williams in the mouth, Tom Williams?" said former Bath and England fly-half Stuart Barnes as he commentated on Sky Sports.
I found myself getting frustrated when I was commentating.
No10's approach is one of discretion and avoiding the temptation to commentate.
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