show and tell

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Definitions of show and tell words

noun show and tell an activity for young children, especially in school, in which each participant produces an object of unusual interest and tells something about it. 1
noun show and tell Facetious. any informative presentation or demonstration, as to introduce a new product or divulge and explain a special plan. 1
noun show and tell school: class speaking exercise 1
uncountable noun show and tell Show and tell is a school activity in which children present an object to their class and talk about it. 0
noun show and tell an elementary-school activity in which a student brings in an object of interest, shows it to the class, and talks about it 0

before 1950

One of the 5% newest English words

First recorded in 1950-55

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 6% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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allegorize — to transform (a story, narrative, fable, etc) into or compose in the form of allegory
bring home — introduce to parents
demonstrate — If you demonstrate a particular skill, quality, or feeling, you show by your actions that you have it.
disported — to divert or amuse (oneself).
draw a picture — represent sth visually