demonstration
ˌdɛmənˈstreɪʃn̩
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Definition of demonstration - Reverso English Dictionary

Noun

1.
explanationact of showing how something works
  • She gave a demonstration on how to use the new software..
display exhibition presentation
2.
activismpublic display of group opinion or protest
  • Thousands joined the demonstration against the new law.
march protest rally
3.
evidenceproof or illustration of a theory
  • The experiment served as a demonstration of the principle..
evidence proof
4.
armyshow of military force
  • The army's demonstration was meant to deter aggression.
display exhibition
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Expressions with demonstration

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presentation showing how a product works and why it is useful
The sales team organized a product demonstration for potential clients.
product used to show features to buyers
The car dealership offered a demonstration model at a discount.
trial project designed to show how a new idea or system works
The city launched a demonstration project for electric buses downtown.
presentation showing examples of lecture content
The chemistry class included a lecture demonstration on reactions.
military operation showing amphibious capability
The navy conducted an amphibious demonstration near the coast.
educational method where learners copy a shown skill to prove understanding
The nurse did a return demonstration after the lesson.

Origin of demonstration

Latin, demonstrare (to point out)

Terms with demonstration included in their meaning

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clear demonstration
someone or something that clearly demonstrates a fact or quality
demonstration
demonstrate a method or technique
performance
demonstration or exhibition of a particular skill
personal skill
demonstration of personal skill or feelings
activism
participate in a protest or demonstration
activism
public demonstration of disapproval
presentation
demonstration or visual explanation of something
demonstration
show or illustrate by example

Examples of demonstration in a sentence

  • We attended a demonstration of the new product.
  • The demonstration for climate action drew a large crowd.
  • A peaceful demonstration was held in the city square.
  • Her speech included a demonstration of the new software.
  • The magician's trick was a demonstration of his skills.
  • The naval demonstration near the border sent a clear warning.

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  1. French:démonstration, manifestation, ...
  2. German:Demonstration, Protestkundgebung, ...
  3. Italian:dimostrazione, manifestazione, ...
  4. Spanish:demostración, manifestación, ...
  5. Portuguese:demonstração, manifestação, ...
  6. Chinese:展示, 示威, ...
  7. Japanese:デモンストレーション, デモ, ...
  8. Arabic:عَرْض, مظاهرة, ...
  9. Hebrew:הַדְגָמָה, הַפְגָנָה, ...
  10. Russian:демонстрация, митинг, ...
  11. Ukrainian:демонстрація, протест, ...
  12. Hindi:प्रदर्शन, विरोध प्रदर्शन, ...
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