Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act of showing or offering something for others to see or consider: "presentation" refers to the process of formally displaying or introducing something, such as information, a proposal, or an object.
   • A formal talk or demonstration where information is given to an audience: "presentation" also means a prepared speech, often accompanied by visual aids like slides, given to inform or persuade listeners.
   • The manner or style in which something is offered or shown: It can describe the way something is arranged or appears when presented.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The presentation of the annual report took two hours. (The act of formally showing the annual report to the board lasted two hours.)
  • She gave a clear presentation on climate change to the class. (She delivered a well-prepared talk about climate change to her classmates.)
  • The presentation of the food on the plate was beautiful. (The way the food was arranged on the dish was visually appealing.)

Advanced Usage

• "To make a presentation": to formally give a talk or show something.

  • He will make a presentation to the investors next week. (He will formally speak to and show information to the investors next week.)

• "For your presentation": for your consideration or review.

  • I have compiled the data for your presentation. (I have gathered the information for you to review and show.)

Variants and Related Words

• Present (v): to show, offer, or give something.

  • She will present her findings tomorrow. (She will show and explain her discoveries tomorrow.)

• Presenter (n): a person who presents something, especially on television or radio.

  • The presenter introduced the next segment of the show. (The host introduced the next part of the program.)

Synonyms

• Demonstration: a practical exhibition and explanation of how something works.
• Exhibition: a public display of works of art or items of interest.
• Display: an arrangement of items for people to see.

Related Phrases (Phrasal Verbs)

• Present with: to give or offer something to someone.
  • They presented her with an award for her service. (They gave her an award to honor her service.)

Related Idioms

• The presentation is everything: the way something is shown is as important as what it is.
  • In marketing, the presentation is everything; the product must look appealing. (In marketing, how the product is shown is crucial for its appeal.)

Noun

1. (obstetrics) position of the fetus in the uterus relative to the birth canal
   • Cesarean sections are sometimes the result of abnormal presentations
2. formally making a person known to another or to the public
3. a visual representation of something
4. the act of presenting a proposal
5. the act of making something publicly available; presenting news or other information by broadcasting or printing it
   • he prepared his presentation carefully in advance
6. a show or display; the act of presenting something to sight or view
   • the presentation of new data
   • he gave the customer a demonstration
7. the activity of formally presenting something (as a prize or reward)
   • she gave the trophy but he made the presentation