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View synonyms for show girl

show girl

or showgirl

noun

  1. a woman who appears in the chorus of a show, nightclub act, etc.


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Word History and Origins

Origin of show girl1

First recorded in 1920–25

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Example Sentences

"He'll do, I think, as a Show Girl," the dance-master mused dreamily.

As a Show Girl, it has been my lot to be provided with one of these fiendish devices of medieval days.

This evening I was shipped back to camp a thoroughly discredited Show Girl.

Well, it sure ain't no job for Sophy the Satin-skinned Show-girl—nor yet for two nice, quiet little fellers like you an' me.

A "show-girl" may be lovely to look at as she stands in a seemingly unstudied position and in perfect clothes.

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