showman

noun show·man \ˈshō-mən\

: a person who is good at entertaining people

Full Definition of SHOWMAN

: the producer of a play or theatrical show

: a notably spectacular, dramatic, or effective performer

— show·man·ship \-ˌship\ noun

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circa 1734

SHOWMAN Defined for Kids

noun show·man \ˈshō-mən\

plural show·men \-mən\

: a person having a special skill for presenting something in a dramatic way

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