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showman


show·man

noun \ˈshō-mən\

: a person who is good at entertaining people

Full Definition of SHOWMAN

1
:  the producer of a play or theatrical show
2
:  a notably spectacular, dramatic, or effective performer
— show·man·ship \-ˌship\ noun
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circa 1734

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