## Commentator Definition
A **commentator** is primarily a person who provides *spoken commentary* during broadcasts, films, especially sports events.
- This individual offers real-time explanations, insights, or narrations to help audiences understand what is happening.
- Commentators also include people who write notes or explanations about a text, event, or situation.
### Quote from the source:
> "A person who provides a spoken commentary for a broadcast, film, etc, especially of a sporting event; a person who writes notes on a text, event, etc."
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This definition highlights the dual role of commentators as both live broadcasters and written analysts, integral to enhancing audience engagement and comprehension.
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Dictionary.com — 2025-11-30