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Vocabulary Entry
pantomime
|noun • verb
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N
noun
A theatrical performance that conveys meaning through gestures and facial expressions without spoken words.
Example Sentences
"The children's theater put on a fantastic pantomime that captivated the audience."
"Pantomime can convey complex stories without a single word being spoken."
"During the holidays, many families enjoy going to see a traditional pantomime."
V
verb
To express or represent something through gestures and body movements, often in a theatrical context.
Example Sentences
"She began to pantomime the actions of cooking a meal to entertain her friends."
"The actor could pantomime so well that the audience understood the story without hearing any dialogue."
"He decided to pantomime his explanation instead of using words to make it more engaging."