demonstration n
1 the act of demonstrating
2 proof or evidence leading to proof
3 an explanation, display, illustration, or experiment showing how something works
4 a manifestation of grievances, support, or protest by public rallies, parades, etc.
5 a manifestation of emotion
6 a show of military force or preparedness
7 (Maths) a logical presentation of the assumptions and equations used in solving a problem or proving a theorem
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demonstrational adj
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demonstrationist n
demonstration model n
a nearly new product, such as a car or washing machine, that has been used only to demonstrate its performance by a dealer and is offered for sale at a discount