showcase

1 of 2

noun

show·​case ˈshō-ˌkās 

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

To say the least, the film is an emotionally resonant and complex showcase that unabashedly shows Agnes’ imperfect journey through the other side of trauma. —Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 30 Oct. 2025

From concerts and sports to haunted attractions and local art showcases, this weekend’s lineup offers a wide range of activities—many with a spooky seasonal twist. —Marcus Smith, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2025

Verb

These Sam Edelman loafers showcase similar gold hardware across the upper, as well as a narrower toe. —Izzy Baskette, PEOPLE, 25 Oct. 2025

The festival will showcase over 120 films from more than 45 countries as part of the Singapore Media Festival hosted by the Infocomm Media Development Authority. —Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 24 Oct. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

Noun

1803, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Verb

1939, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for showcase

• abase
• airspace
• apace
• backspace
• biface
• birthplace
• blackface
• boldface
• bookcase
• braincase
• briefcase
• carcase

Kids Definition

showcase

1 of 2 noun

show·​case -ˌkās 

: 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