trade show

noun

1. show ( def 22 ).

Word History and Origins

Origin of trade show¹

First recorded in 1925–30

Example Sentences

PARIS, France — The Eurosatory military trade show here is supposed to highlight the latest in defense tech.

From The Daily Beast

In 2005, he presented his signature line, i.am, at the Magic Apparel Trade Show in Las Vegas.

From The Daily Beast

The statistics of post–war trade show that the former argument still holds good.

From Project Gutenberg

It was much more like a carny haunted house trade-show floor now.

From Project Gutenberg

I cannot endure being dressed up by an undertaker as part of his trade show.

From Project Gutenberg