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showman

Showman (noun) means someone skilled at presenting or performing for an audience, often the person running a show such as a circus. Example: “The old ringmaster was a natural showman who could work any crowd.”

noun
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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 notes

In 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.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “showman” mean?

The word “showman” means someone skilled at presenting or performing for an audience, often the person running a show such as a circus. In plain terms, a person who is good at entertaining or presenting things dramatically, especially as a job.

How do you use “showman” in a sentence?

Here is “showman” used in a sentence: “The old ringmaster was a natural showman who could work any crowd.”

What part of speech is “showman”?

“Showman” is a noun.

What is the meaning of showman?

"showman" (noun) means someone skilled at presenting or performing for an audience, often the person running a show such as a circus.

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