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

Algeria led Group G with 22 points from nine matches, four ahead of their closest pursuers Uganda with just one match remaining -- booking their fifth appearance at the global showpiece next year.

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It’s an onslaught of extravagant Rococo, Neoclassical, Art Nouveau, modern and contemporary porcelain showpieces, gilded and in dazzling blues, turquoises, ochers and pinks—made for sovereigns, dignitaries, diplomats, heads of state and the wealthy elite.

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He won a tense fifth frame, coming from 54-0 down, before wrapping the match up with a break of 93 to book his place in Sunday's showpiece.

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After Kirk was shot dead in Utah on 10 September, a vast and multi-agency security operation is being implemented for the showpiece golf contest between teams representing Europe and the United States.

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It will be only Canada's second final appearance, after they lost to England in the 2014 showpiece.

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