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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 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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