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

This episode is a showcase for Aleida’s unapologetic, highly skilled direct communications style. —Sophie Brookover, Vulture, 1 May 2026

This fearless update takes its inspiration from the Harlem ballroom culture that has provided a showcase for LGBTQ+ fabulosity. —Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 1 May 2026

Verb

As of now, the Ho Château perhaps better showcases her maximalist taste. —Olivia Kan-Sperling, Artforum, 2 May 2026

Charles gently guided her into place before kicking aside his own floor marker, which became a viral moment that social media users noted as showcasing the pair’s easy dynamic. —Ashley Hume, FOXNews.com, 1 May 2026

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