showcase

B2
US /ˈʃoʊˌkeɪs/ UK /ˈʃəʊˌkeɪs/
noun verb Freq #14643

Meanings

  1. 1
    noun

    a setting in which something can be displayed to best effect

    it was a showcase for democracy in Africa

  2. 2
    verb

    To display, demonstrate, show, or present.

    I think the demonstration really showcases the strengths of the software.

  3. 3
    noun

    a glass container used to store and display items in a shop or museum or home

  4. 4
    noun

    A case for displaying merchandise or valuable items.

  5. 5
    noun

    A setting, occasion, or medium for exhibiting something or someone, especially in an attractive or favorable aspect.

Etymology

From show + case.

Thesaurus

Synonyms
1 noun · a setting in which... show window
3 noun · a glass container used to... case
4 noun · a case for displaying... display casevitrine
5 noun · a setting, occasion, or... flagship

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