Simple Definition of trade show

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trade show

noun

plural trade shows
: a large gathering in which different companies in a particular field or industry show their products to possible customers
The company unveiled a new product at the annual trade show this week.

called also trade fair

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“Trade show.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/trade%20show. Accessed 20 Jun. 2026.

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