showcase

1 of 2

noun

show·​case ˈshō-ˌkās How to pronounce showcase (audio)
1
: a glazed case, box, or cabinet for displaying and protecting wares in a store or articles in a museum
2
: a setting, occasion, or medium for exhibiting something or someone especially in an attractive or favorable aspect

showcase

2 of 2

verb

showcased; showcasing

transitive verb

: to exhibit especially in an attractive or favorable aspect
showcase new talent

Examples of showcase in a Sentence

Noun The convention was a showcase of the company's new products. Verb The program showcases up-and-coming musicians.
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
So why hasn't Milwaukee joined Salt Lake City, Cleveland and Indianapolis among recent locations to get awarded the showcase? Jr Radcliffe, Journal Sentinel, 11 June 2024 Two of the businesses represented at the showcase included Sustainable packaging startup Notpla, which won the Build a Waste-Free World category at the Earthshot Prize awards in November 2022, and the 2023 Earthshot Prize finalist Sea Forest. Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 11 June 2024
Verb
When: Saturday, June 15, 4-7 p.m. What to know: This Juneteenth celebration will showcase performances by the Charlotte District Marching Band, Jay Ward Poetry and TCC Performing Arts. Mari Pressley, Charlotte Observer, 4 June 2024 Alix enjoys showcasing her family in moderation Despite being known for her honesty, Alix values keeping parts of her relationships with her family out of the public eye. Mckinley Franklin, Peoplemag, 3 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for showcase 

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Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1803, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1939, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of showcase was in 1803

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Cite this Entry

“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showcase. Accessed 18 Jun. 2024.

Kids Definition

showcase

1 of 2 noun
show·​case -ˌkās How to pronounce showcase (audio)
: a protective glass case in which things are displayed

showcase

2 of 2 verb
: to exhibit especially in an attractive or favorable way
showcase new talent
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