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showcase

1 of 2

noun

show·​case ˈshō-ˌkās How to pronounce showcase (audio)
Synonyms of showcasenext
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.
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Noun
The rapid construction timeline and successful completion of such extensive underground infrastructure showcase China’s refined expertise in large-scale urban transit development. Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 4 Dec. 2025 In addition to window showcases and the stunning architecture, Lello also has an exciting rotation of temporary exhibits in the space. Opheli Garcia Lawler, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2025
Verb
While the Administration has yet to release any public evidence showcasing that the boats being targeted are carrying drugs, lawmakers who attended Thursday’s briefing said officials had confirmed drugs were found aboard the vessels. Olivia-Anne Cleary, Time, 5 Dec. 2025 Based in London, the IFF continues to promote the use of fur in fashion and showcases stars purportedly wearing genuine fur at various events. Laurie Brookins, HollywoodReporter, 5 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for showcase

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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“Showcase.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/showcase. Accessed 7 Dec. 2025.

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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