showpiece
Americannoun
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something that is displayed or exhibited.
- Synonyms:
- gem, prize, masterpiece
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something exhibited or worthy of exhibiting as a fine example of its kind.
- Synonyms:
- gem, prize, masterpiece
noun
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anything displayed or exhibited
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anything prized as a very fine example of its type
Etymology
Origin of showpiece
Example Sentences
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The Beaudry apartment tower is a visible showpiece for downtown Los Angeles.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 3, 2026
While this is Wakefield's first final and the same for many of their players, like coach Powell a select few have sampled the unique atmosphere of Old Trafford for Super League's showpiece event.
From BBC ● Oct. 2, 2026
Benn's route was different, and Itauma was winning his own showpiece fight last month before being stopped, but the lesson is strikingly similar.
From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026
The pair contesting the US Open final means they will close the Grand Slam season as they began it in the Australian Open's showpiece match.
From BBC ● Sep. 12, 2026
“This bathroom is the showpiece of the whole place.”
From "The Red Car to Hollywood" by Jennie Liu
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