IPA: /ˈtʌmlər/
KK: /tum-lər/
A person who encourages others to participate in activities, often in a lively or entertaining way, such as at social events or gatherings.
The tummler kept the guests engaged with his jokes and lively stories during the party.
Tummler originates from Yiddish 'tumler', meaning a person who stirs up or creates a commotion, often used in the context of a lively entertainer or instigator. The term reflects the act of causing excitement or noise.
Think of someone who 'stirs up' excitement and creates a lively atmosphere — that's what a 'tummler' does.