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English

demo

|de-mo|

B1

🇺🇸

/ˈdɛmoʊ/

🇬🇧

/ˈdɛməʊ/

demonstration

Etymology
Etymology Information

'demo' originates from the word 'demonstration,' which comes from Latin 'dēmonstrātiō,' meaning 'a pointing out, demonstration.'

Historical Evolution

'demonstration' was shortened to 'demo' in modern English usage.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'a showing or pointing out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a demonstration or sample.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a demonstration, especially of a product or service.

The software company held a demo to showcase their new app.

Synonyms

Noun 2

a recording made to demonstrate the capabilities of a musician or band.

The band released a demo to attract record labels.

Synonyms

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