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
In the penultimate episode of Baby Reindeer, Donny breaks down in the middle of performing in a big comedy showcase, abandoning his jokes to instead talk about being stalked and being raped. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 25 Apr. 2024 Local artist Djay Mando booked a big local hip-hop showcase led by Lakeyah at Wisconsin State Fair Park in 2021, and this year, Trapper and DC The Don are Summerfest headliners. Journal Sentinel, 25 Apr. 2024 Including Lane’s ascendance, here are four more things the Southern California News Group learned about an intriguing USC program after a month of spring football and a spring showcase Saturday. Luca Evans, Orange County Register, 21 Apr. 2024 May 15: Monte Vista will host Liberty, Amador Valley and Clayton Valley Charter in their college showcase. Nathan Canilao, The Mercury News, 19 Apr. 2024 The festival will feature a mix of film screenings, music performances, art exhibitions, technology showcases and conference-style panels and presentation. Chris Eggertsen, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2024 Speaking at Sony’s home theater spring showcase in March, Ogura was referring in part to the company’s latest LED TV tech, which Sony hopes will help reshape the future of HDR and bring viewers closer to the intent of creators. Ryan Waniata, WIRED, 17 Apr. 2024 Circle Women Doc Accelerator, an international training program dedicated to women and non-binary filmmakers, has unveiled the four projects that will take part in its showcase as part of the Cannes Docs program of the upcoming Cannes Film Market. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 Apr. 2024 Out of these projects, some 10 to 12 of the best pieces will be singled out for a showcase. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 15 Apr. 2024
Verb
The bedding, created in collaboration with luxury linen company Frette, showcases Browne’s distinctive aesthetic. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 16 Apr. 2024 Its unique sibling bond and ability to confront family issues with humour, showcases a summer holiday that strikes straight to the heart. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 16 Apr. 2024 The trailer very briefly showcased her and Patel on the set of James Corden’s talk show. Tomás Mier, Rolling Stone, 16 Apr. 2024 The day showcases his desire to build a waste-free world, which is a key template for the Prince's environmental Earthshot Prize. Simon Perry, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024 Saturday, April 20, will showcase jazz and rhythm and blues. Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 Apr. 2024 The singer-songwriter showcased her fascination with whimsical designs at Coachella yesterday evening. Robyn Mowatt, Essence, 15 Apr. 2024 Every Sunday cover will showcase in-depth coverage and bold design. Greg Burton, The Arizona Republic, 14 Apr. 2024 When India hosted the Group of 20 summit last year, using it to showcase its support of poorer countries, Mr. Xi skipped the event. Sameer Yasir, New York Times, 13 Apr. 2024

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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 30 Apr. 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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