noun
showman
noun
1
Someone skilled at presenting or performing for an audience, often the person running a show such as a circus.
"The old ringmaster was a natural showman who could work any crowd."
"As a showman, he knew exactly when to pause for effect."
How to Use Showman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA person who is good at entertaining or presenting things dramatically, especially as a job.
Common pairings
a natural showman
showman instinct
Word Forms
showmen plural, Showmans plural
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Etymology
From show + man.