Voicer

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A person who produces voice sounds to speak or sing ; a device that creates or changes voice signals electronically or mechanically
2. An individual who uses their voice to communicate or perform ; an apparatus designed to generate, synthesize, or alter vocal sounds
3. Someone who utters words or vocalizes speech ; equipment or tool that emits or processes voice audio

Etymology: "Voicer" is a plain formation: the verb "voice" (to give expression to something in words) with the agentive suffix "-er", meaning one who performs the action. The source also allows a parallel route from the noun "voice" with the same suffix, so the word can be read as either "one who voices" or "one who gives voice to" a given matter. Its meaning therefore follows directly from the parts: a person who expresses, speaks for, or utters something, whether an opinion, a grievance, or a sound.

Synonyms: speaker, announcer, narrator, vocalist, orator

Antonyms: listener, audience, recipient, hearer, observer