Meaning of the word teleprompter in English

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teleprompter

US /ˈtel.əˌprɑːmp.tɚ/
UK /ˈtel.ɪˌprɒmp.tər/
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Noun

a device that displays text progressively as a speaker reads it, typically used by television presenters and public speakers

Example:
The news anchor read directly from the teleprompter.
Public speakers often use a teleprompter to ensure they don't forget their lines.