Prompter
(noun)
A person or device used to assist someone in remembering or reciting lines or cues in a play, performance, or public speaking event.
Origin:
Derived from the middle french word 'prompteur', which means 'one who prompts'.
Examples:
- The actor was so nervous that he asked the prompter to stay on stage with him throughout the play.
- The prompter had to work quickly to help the forgetful speaker remember her lines.
- The electronic prompter made it easy for the anchor to read the news without missing a beat.
- As a seasoned performer, she no longer needed a prompter and could recite her lines with ease.
- The prompter was essential to the success of the play, helping the actors stay on track and deliver their lines flawlessly.