pantomime

🇬🇧 UK/'pæntәmaim/🇺🇸 US
GREC2

Definitions

n.

A performance using gestures and body movements without words; a traditional theatrical show for children based on fairy tales.

哑剧;(英国)童话舞台剧

v.

To express or communicate through gestures and body movements without speaking.

用手势表演,演哑剧

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
pantoall, every
+
mimestem
=pantomime

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The street performer captivated the crowd with an impressive pantomime of being trapped in a box.

  • 2.

    Children watched with delight as the actors pantomime exaggerated emotions and silly situations.

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