English Explanatory Dictionary

showman

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A person (usually a man) involved in putting on shows (of various types); especially, one who plays a central role in doing so.
  2. One who produces or presents shows as a profession, especially the proprietor, manager, or MC of a circus or variety show.
  3. One skilled in dramatic or entertaining presentation, performance, or publicity.
name
  1. A surname.

Pronunciation

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Word forms

showman showmen Showmans

Etymology

From show + -man.

Derived words

showmanish showmanism showmanlike showmanly showmanry showmanship
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