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expo

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of expo

a public showing of objects of interest

Many of the bigger expos won't fit into the city's relatively small civic center.

Synonyms of expo

display, exhibit, exhibition, exposition, fair, show

Words Related to expo

demonstration, performance, presentation, production

extravaganza, pageant, spectacle

auction, offering, presentment, sale

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