1. a person who directs the performances in a circus ring
2. a person who controls or directs a complex situation or group of people
Usage: figurative

Examples

• The ringmaster cracked his whip and announced the next act.
• Dressed in a red coat and top hat, the ringmaster welcomed the audience.
• The circus ringmaster introduced the trapeze artists with great fanfare.
• She acted as ringmaster of the chaotic meeting, keeping everyone on track.
• The political ringmaster orchestrated the entire campaign strategy.
• As ringmaster of the project, he coordinated all the different teams.