dog and pony show

noun Informal.

an elaborate sales, advertising, or publicity presentation or campaign.

Origin:
1965–70

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Main Entry:	dog and pony show
Part of Speech:	n
Definition:	an elaborate display or presentation, esp. to promote something; also, an elaborate social affair

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the offspring of a zebra and a donkey.

a fool or simpleton; ninny.

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dog and pony show definition

n.
a demonstration; a speech, skit, or other presentation that is presented often. : Willy was there with his dog and pony show about water safety.

Dictionary of American Slang and Colloquial Expressions by Richard A. Spears.Fourth Edition.
Copyright 2007. Published by McGraw Hill.
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