Pronunciation: /ˈpæn.tə.maɪm/
noun a dramatic entertainment, originating in Roman mime, in which performers express meaning through gestures accompanied by music
A1 Children enjoy watching pantomime performances during the holiday season.
A2 The actors used pantomime to convey emotions and actions without speaking.
B1 Learning how to perform pantomime can help improve nonverbal communication skills.
B2 The pantomime artist captivated the audience with his expressive movements and gestures.
C1 Pantomime is a form of theatrical art that requires precision and creativity.
C2 The subtle nuances of the pantomime performance were appreciated by the discerning audience members.
verb to express or represent something through pantomime
A1 She pantomimed brushing her teeth for the children.
A2 The actor pantomimed opening a door during the performance.
B1 He pantomimed driving a car to explain the directions.
B2 The comedian pantomimed a hilarious conversation with an invisible person.
C1 The mime artist pantomimed a complex story without saying a word.
C2 The talented performer pantomimed a Shakespearean soliloquy with precision and emotion.
formal The actors performed a traditional pantomime at the theater last night.
informal We always have a good laugh watching the silly pantomime at the school talent show.
slang I can't believe he's still doing that pantomime, it's so cringey.
figurative Her fake smile was like a pantomime, hiding her true feelings.
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