deejay

[ dee-jey ]

noun

, Informal.

1. disc jockey.

deejay

/ ˈdiːˌdʒeɪ /

noun

1. an informal name for disc jockey

Word History and Origins

Origin of deejay¹

First recorded in 1940–45; pronunciation of initials D.J.

Word History and Origins

Origin of deejay¹

C20: from the initials DJ

Example Sentences

Those issues will now be part of post-Games evaluation, and as a pillar of hip-hop — one of the five elements, which include emceeing, deejaying, graffitti and knowledge — it’s understandable that the discussion takes place.

From Los Angeles Times

The deejay’s move from terrestrial radio to satellite, freeing himself from the Federal Communications Commission’s oversight, set a standard for the monster podcast deals that would follow years later.

From Los Angeles Times

The deejay is set up right in front of our stoop, and our whole building seems to dance to the rhythm of the music.

From Literature

The deejay calls up a bearded guy named David to the stage.

From Literature

Instead he’s busy making a name for himself as a local deejay.

From Literature

Related Words

• broadcaster
• disc jockey
• newscaster
• reporter