Definition of show-off
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: the act of showing off
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: one that shows off : exhibitionist
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First Known Use of show-off
1776
show off
Definition of show off
: to display proudly
- wanted to show our new car off
: to seek to attract attention by conspicuous behavior
- boys showing off for the girls
Examples of show off in a Sentence
the athletes warmed up, happily showing off for the crowd before the match officially started
she just wants to show off her new jewelry
Recent Examples of show off from the Web
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Waiters participate in every course, showing off their immense skills by adding finishing touches or seasoning dishes at the table.
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That’s not the only impressive tech DARPA showed off at the event.
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The winning brides aren't the only ones who will show off their pizza love.
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The celebration, which honors the queen’s birthday, is a long-standing British tradition where military troops show off their flags (or colours) and march throughout the Buckingham Palace square.
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Iago1ago is a model and singer who shows off his personal beauty on his Instagram.
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Robinson advanced to Saturday’s Class 3A finals at Eastern Illinois University’s O’Brien Field in the 800 and 200 meters, showing off her signature blend of endurance and speed.
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Art in the Square in Southlake attracts artists nationwide to the Town Square to show off their work and have some fun.
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Now, city officials are beginning to show off the work that is being done.
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First Known Use of show off
1750
show off Synonyms
Synonyms
display, disport, exhibit, expose, flash, flaunt, lay out, parade, produce, show, sport, strut, unveil;
Related Words
advertise, air, announce, blaze, broadcast, herald, placard, post, proclaim, publicize, sound, trumpet;
SHOW-OFF Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of show-off for English Language Learners
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: a person who tries to impress other people with his or her abilities or possessions
SHOW-OFF Defined for Kids
show-off
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Definition of show-off for Students
: a person who tries to impress other people with his or her abilities or possessions
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