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showcase

[ shoh-keys ]

noun

  1. a glass case for the display and protection of articles in shops, museums, etc.
  2. an exhibit or display, usually of an ideal or representative model of something.
  3. the setting, place, or vehicle for displaying something on a trial basis:

    The club is a showcase for new comics.



verb (used with object)

showcased, showcasing.
  1. to exhibit or display.
  2. to present in or as if in an entertainment showcase:

    The bar showcases young jazz pianists.

  3. to show to best advantage:

    The part minimizes her acting ability and showcases her singing.

  4. to present as a special event:

    The TV network plans to showcase a new production of the play.

adjective

  1. prominently or proudly regarded or presented:

    a showcase city.

showcase

/ ˈʃəʊˌɪ /

noun

  1. a glass case used to display objects in a museum or shop
  2. a setting in which anything may be displayed to best advantage
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

verb

  1. tr to exhibit or display
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

adjective

  1. displayed or meriting display as in a showcase
“Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged” 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012
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51Թ History and Origins

Origin of showcase1

First recorded in 1830–40; show + case 2
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The inclusion of before photos on placards in each room adds a dramatic touch, showcasing the transformative power of design.

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Panels on the hoardings will be decorated to showcase the city's past and present as well as displaying the future vision for Glasgow.

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A drive through the neighbourhood around the Ford factory feels like a trip back in time, showcasing classic bungalows from the last century.

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UK sketch groups often form through friendships and showcase their talent at the Edinburgh Fringe, whereas many US comedians train at improv and sketch clubs, specifically honing their skills for shows like SNL.

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She performed at BBC Introducing's Ones To Watch showcase in January and says being on stage means focusing on more than just the music and the songwriting.

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