Definition of show
showed
play \ˈshōd\;shown
play \ˈshōn\ orshowed
;showing
transitive verb
1 : to cause or permit to be seen : exhibit showed pictures of the baby
2 : to offer for sale stores were showing new spring suits
3 : to present as a public spectacle : perform
4 : to reveal by one's condition, nature, or behavior showed themselves to be cowards
5 : to give indication or record of an anemometer shows wind speed
6a : to point out : direct attention to showed the view from the terraceb : conduct, usher showed me to an aisle seat
8a : to set forth : declareb : allege, plead —used especially in law show cause
show one's hand
or less commonlyshow one's cards
show one the door
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Examples of show in a Sentence
You have to show your tickets at the gate.
You're the only person that I've shown this letter to.
They showed the theory to be faulty.
You will have to show me how to play the game.
He showed them a card trick.
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All ages are welcome and all materials are provided when Pat Moore shows you how to make a 3D sculpture.
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Opinion polls show the Likud, which takes a much harder line toward the Palestinians than Labor, well ahead of its rivals.
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Everyone in Baby Driver went to see Prince in Atlanta, and that turned out to be his last-ever show.
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Trump, in Barrett’s account, did show up, however, and stood in the back.
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For nearly 30 years, Boehm helped organize the La Crescenta fireworks show, first when the Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce ran it, beginning in 1990, and then with the all-volunteer association, Maluccio said.
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Origin and Etymology of show
Middle English shewen, showen, from Old English scēawian to look, look at, see; akin to Old High German scouwōn to look, look at, and probably to Latin cavēre to be on one's guard
Synonym Discussion of show
show, manifest, evidence, evince, demonstrate mean to reveal outwardly or make apparent. show is the general term but sometimes implies that what is revealed must be gained by inference from acts, looks, or words. careful not to show his true feelings manifest implies a plainer, more immediate revelation. manifested musical ability at an early age evidence suggests serving as proof of the actuality or existence of something. a commitment evidenced by years of loyal service evince implies a showing by outward marks or signs. evinced not the slightest fear demonstrate implies showing by action or by display of feeling. demonstrated their approval by loud applause
show
Definition of show
1 : a demonstrative display a show of strength
2a archaic : outward appearanceb : a false semblance : pretense made a show of friendshipc : a more or less true appearance of something : signd : an impressive display his role as househusband … was purely for show — John Lahre : ostentation
3 : chance 2 gave him a show in spite of his background
4 : something exhibited especially for wonder or ridicule : spectacle
5a : a large display or exhibition arranged to arouse interest or stimulate sales the national auto showb : a competitive exhibition of animals (such as dogs) to demonstrate quality in breeding
6a : a theatrical presentationb : a radio or television programc : entertainment 3b(1)
7 : enterprise, affair they ran the whole show
8 : third place at the finish (as of a horse race)
Examples of show in a Sentence
She was the star of the show.
The band always puts on a good show.
a show of his early paintings
Recent Examples of show from the Web
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People on that show have personally attacked me many times.
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Harford County has shown its support for country music and previous shows at the arena have been sellouts.
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Ma took home the award at the end of the four-hour award show in one of the night’s most anticipated award announcements.
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The show will be televised live at 8 p.m. Eastern on cable channel BET.
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First Known Use of show
13th century
SHOW Defined for English Language Learners
show
playDefinition of show for English Language Learners
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: to cause or allow (something) to be seen
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: to give information that proves (something)
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: to teach (someone) how to do or use something especially by letting that person see you do or use it
show
Definition of show for English Language Learners
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: a performance in a theater that usually includes singing and dancing
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: a public performance that is intended to entertain people
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: a television or radio program
SHOW Defined for Kids
Definition of show for Students
showed
;shown
\ˈshōn\ orshowed
;showing
1 : to place in sight : display She showed everyone her pictures.
2 : reveal 2 They showed themselves to be cowards.
3 : to make known They showed their support.
4 : to give as appropriate treatment Show them no mercy. Show some respect.
5 : teach 1, instruct She showed him how to solve the problem.
6 : prove 1 That shows we're right.
7 : to lead to a place : direct I showed them to the door.
8 : to point out to Show me where it hurts.
show off
show up
Definition of show for Students
1 : a public performance intended to entertain people a puppet show a musical show
2 : a television or radio program
3 : an event at which things of the same kind are put on display a fashion show
4 : a display to make known a feeling or quality a show of strength She answered with some show of alarm.
5 : an appearance meant to deceive He made a great show of friendship.
Medical Dictionary
show
playMedical Definition of show
1: a discharge of mucus streaked with blood from the vagina at the onset of labor
2: the first appearance of blood in a menstrual period
Law Dictionary
show
Legal Definition of show
showed
shown
orshowed
showing
: to demonstrate or establish by argument, reasoning, or evidence must show a compelling need for the court action
show cause
: to establish by reasoning and evidence a valid reason for something if a debtor wishes to extend a plan beyond three years, he must show cause — J. H. Williamson must show cause why the petition may not be granted
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