showpiece

[ shoh-pees ]

noun

1. something that is displayed or exhibited.

   Synonyms: gem, prize, masterpiece

2. something exhibited or worthy of exhibiting as a fine example of its kind.

   Synonyms: gem, prize, masterpiece

showpiece

/ ˈʃəʊˌpiːs /

noun

1. anything displayed or exhibited
2. anything prized as a very fine example of its type

Word History and Origins

Origin of showpiece¹

First recorded in 1880–85; show + piece

Example Sentences

This decadent dish impressed American palates and became a showpiece on the tables of the founding fathers.

From Essence.com

In some countries, it is likely that YOG athletes will not have opportunities to compete in other high-level events or maintain access to facilities without a showpiece to look forward to like a Youth Olympics.

From FiveThirtyEight

That said, the best speakers for music on any budget do include a wide range of price points for speakers of different sizes and use cases, from computer speakers that accompany you at work to showpieces that highlight your den of relaxation.

From Popular-Science

While some may think of ham as more of a Christmas centerpiece, it belongs on the Thanksgiving table, too, and this one with a cherry-port glaze is quite the showpiece.

From Washington Post

So we need to get out, get moved beyond these showpieces, where we express outrage and try to watch these executives squirm.

From MIT Technology Review

This, for forty years, was a showpiece throughout Europe and even in America.

From Project Gutenberg

He had selected an extract from Webster—the reply to the Hayne—and this was the showpiece of the afternoon.

From Project Gutenberg

It shook upon its platter like the showpiece in any caterer's window.

From Project Gutenberg