demonstrate to

demonstrate (something) to (one)

To show someone how something functions or how to operate it. My boss wants me to demonstrate the software to her. If you know how this exercise machine works, can you demonstrate it to me so I don't hurt myself? Don't worry, it's pretty easy to move the file cabinets. Here, let me demonstrate it to you right now.

See also: demonstrate, to

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demonstrate something to someone

to show someone how something works. Would you please demonstrate this DVD player to me? I may want to buy it. The new products were demonstrated to the board of directors in advance.

See also: demonstrate, to

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