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

Outside of the convention center, numerous brands host off-site parties, runs and showcases. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026

The closing game provides an early showcase for the new-look rosters from Kansas and Kentucky. — Steve Megargee, Chicago Tribune, 28 Oct. 2026

Verb

Interestingly, more than 100 Chinese technology companies were exhibiting, alongside a dedicated pavilion showcasing 23 Indian firms specializing in cloud, data center, and GPU infrastructure. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 28 Oct. 2026

Factoring in the additional garments worn to rehearsal dinners, welcome parties, and day-after fêtes, brides have the opportunity to showcase their style with a number of ensembles. — Shelby Wax, Vogue, 28 Oct. 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