pantomime — meaning in English

English meaning

• mime noun The art of acting out a story or feeling through gesture and movement, without speaking.
• pantomime noun The act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking.

Senses

pantomime is used for these senses in English:

• mime A pantomime actor.

mime — full definition

1. noun The art of acting out a story or feeling through gesture and movement, without speaking.
2. noun A performer who acts silently, using only body language and expression.
3. verb To act out words or actions using only gestures, without speaking.

pantomime — full definition

1. noun The act of telling a story or communicating through gesture and expression alone, without speaking.
2. noun A British Christmas theatrical show for families, featuring comedy, music, and audience participation.
3. verb To act something out using only gestures, without speaking.

Related French words