showcase
Americannoun
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a glass case for the display and protection of articles in shops, museums, etc.
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an exhibit or display, usually of an ideal or representative model of something.
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the setting, place, or vehicle for displaying something on a trial basis.
The club is a showcase for new comics.
verb (used with object)
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to exhibit or display.
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to present in or as if in an entertainment showcase.
The bar showcases young jazz pianists.
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to show to best advantage.
The part minimizes her acting ability and showcases her singing.
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to present as a special event.
The TV network plans to showcase a new production of the play.
adjective
noun
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a glass case used to display objects in a museum or shop
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a setting in which anything may be displayed to best advantage
verb
adjective
Etymology
Origin of showcase
Example Sentences
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We opted for the tasting menu, which shifts with the seasons and showcases the kitchen at its most expressive.
From Salon
Then in Glendale, there’s Junior High, a nonprofit art gallery and inclusive gathering space that hosts a variety of events, including music shows, artist showcases, comedy nights, pottery workshops and more.
From Los Angeles Times
"I never thought that I'd be able to have this platform to showcase to people that it is possible for a Tamil player to play professional football," he adds.
From BBC
A week later, Darnell went to an Ivy League showcase and informed coaches he was back on the market.
From Los Angeles Times
Shares extended gains for a sixth consecutive session after the South Korean automaker showcased its shift toward AI and robotics at the Consumer Electronics Show currently underway in Las Vegas.
From MarketWatch
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