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

Both European giants needed only to draw to be sure of reaching the global footballing showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico.

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The 22-year-old Spaniard had already clinched the year-end world ranking going into Sunday's final, while a dominant performance in the US Open's showpiece match gave him a 10-5 lead over Sinner in their head-to-head record.

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Later, Italy must overturn the odds to pip opponents Norway to the global footballing showpiece in the United States, Canada and Mexico when the top sides in Group I meet at the San Siro.

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Hosted by the United States, Canada and Mexico, the global showpiece during June and July 2026 will feature a record 48 nations, up from 32 at the last edition in Qatar three years ago.

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If Germany avoid defeat, they will qualify for the finals, if not, it will be Slovakia heading to North America for their first global showpiece appearance since 2010 in South Africa.

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