showcase
Americannoun
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showcases
plural
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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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showcases,
present (3rd person singular)
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showcased,
past participle, past
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showcasing
present participle
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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
Other Word Forms
Inflected Forms
Nouns
Participles
Conjugated Forms
Present
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showcasesimple
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showcasessimple
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have showcasedperfect
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has showcasedperfect
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am showcasingprogressive
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are showcasingprogressive
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is showcasingprogressive
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have been showcasingperfect progressive
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has been showcasingperfect progressive
Past
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showcasedsimple
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had showcasedperfect
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was showcasingprogressive
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were showcasingprogressive
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had been showcasingperfect progressive
Future
Etymology
Origin of showcase
Explanation
A chef who crafts an elaborate seven-course meal featuring their finest dishes has created a culinary showcase, highlighting their skills and talents in the kitchen. To showcase means to put on an impressive presentation, typically referring to skills and talents. The word can be used as both a noun and a verb. As a noun, it refers to an event or exhibit that highlights the best features, like a student art showcase or a talent show. As a verb, it means to prominently exhibit something, such as showcasing your skills in a presentation or new products at a trade fair.
Vocabulary lists containing showcase
Example Sentences
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A city centre, once so scarred by sectarian violence that it was barricaded off every night, was turned into one big, pedestrianised stage to showcase all its traditions.
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Maurice Brown, director of the Ulster Bands showcase, said his involvement this week was "beyond my wildest dreams".
From BBC ● Aug. 16, 2026
Its fundraiser art shows, with themes like “Kittens in Wonderland!” and “Under the Sea,” draw huge crowds and showcase the work of artists from all over L.A.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
Archer is also targeting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics as a showcase opportunity for the technology, announcing in November 2025 the $126 million purchase of Hawthorne Airport as a hub in the city.
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
The showcase means that the best of the best dancers go all out for a while, in a little competition.
From "X: A Novel" by Ilyasah Shabazz
“I wish they were more popular. It’s really hard to get education out there on healthcare benefits. There’s no effective way that showcases how to make good use of those funds,” Walsh said.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 31, 2026
The book showcases Mr. Scott’s forte: conveying the human cost of war.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 31, 2026
In Wiltshire, those searching for a sight of the moon can visit Avebury Stone Circle and Barbury Castle, which showcases a wide panoramic view of the night sky.
From BBC ● Jul. 28, 2026
Max Muncy crushes a two-run home run and Roki Sasaki showcases his velocity in the Dodgers’ 2-1 victory over the New York Yankees.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 18, 2026
She ate the ice cream steadily, then she fell to on the cake again, looking about at the showcases.
From "The Sound and the Fury" by William Faulkner
The six-season role showcased her acting and singing abilities and earned her two Golden Globe nominations.
From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026
After Davis and Neff showcased Wok Wok to their more than 600,000 followers across TikTok and Instagram, business picked up.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 16, 2026
It was somewhat unexpected given his lack of experience, but it showcased the belief that then manager Ian Baraclough showed in Charles.
From BBC ● Aug. 11, 2026
For nearly five decades, they served up diner classics like steak and eggs and a hearty stack of pancakes while infusing the meals with touches that showcased their Chinese heritage.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
When William was well, they loved throwing dinner parties that showcased her talents.
From "The Woman All Spies Fear" by Amy Butler Greenfield
The week's festivities have been showcasing music, language, heritage, storytelling, and our shared traditions.
From BBC ● Aug. 6, 2026
In a TV interview, Savannah, 54, revealed her fear and sorrow about what she might have risked by showcasing her mother to the wider world.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 2, 2026
The space taps into the brand’s chic, feminine energy, showcasing floral-print furniture and blending romantic, vintage-inspired designs with contemporary touches.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 31, 2026
At least three firm were showcasing so-called agentic phones at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference in Shanghai this weekend -- heralding what may be to come.
From Barron's ● Jul. 19, 2026
Booths with giant banners showcasing various other famous comic characters dotted the space—Rishi saw everything from Pokemon to Harley Quinn to the Hulk.
From "When Dimple Met Rishi" by Sandhya Menon
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