demo
de-mo · noun
Definitions
noun
- 1.
A demonstration or explanation of how something works.
- 2.
A recording made to demonstrate a song or a musician's abilities.
- 3.
(informal) A public demonstration or protest.
- 4.
A trial version of software with limited features.
- 5.
To give a demonstration of something.
Related words
Etymology
Shortened form of demonstration, from Latin demonstrare meaning "to point out, show." The abbreviation became common in the late 20th century, particularly in technology and music industries.