demo

Meaning

Noun

1. (informal) A demonstration or visual explanation.
2. (informal) A recording of a song meant to demonstrate its overall sound for the purpose of getting it published or recorded more fully.
3. (informal) An example of a product used for demonstration and then sold at a discount.
4. (informal) A march or gathering to make a political protest.
5. (informal) An edition of limited functionality to give the user an example of how the program works.
6. (informal) A non-interactive audiovisual computer program developed by enthusiasts to demonstrate the capabilities of the machine. See demoscene.
7. (informal) A democrat.
8. (informal) A demographic group.
9. (informal) Demolition.

Adj

designed to test consumers' interest in a retail item prior to purchasing.

Verb

1. (informal) To record a demo version of a song, usually not intended for commercial release.
2. (informal) To demonstrate.

Verb

To demolish (especially a house or fixture).

Synonyms

demonstration

show

exhibit

present

demonstrate

manifestation

model

parade

perform

project

reveal

crippled version

bring forward

demoware

bring in

display

flex

introduce

Pronounced as (IPA)

/ˈdɛm.əʊ/

Etymology

Clipping of demonstration and various other words beginning with "demo-".