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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

pantomime

/ˈpæntəmaɪm/ noun · British & US
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What does pantomime mean?

noun

A performance in which the actors use gestures and facial expressions to convey the story and emotions, often without speaking. A silent performance, especially one in which the actors use exaggerated gestures and facial expressions to convey the story and emotions.

Example

"The pantomime was a huge success, with the actors using their bodies to tell the story in a way that was both funny and poignant."

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