showplace

noun

show·​place ˈshō-ˌplās How to pronounce showplace (audio)
Synonyms of showplacenext
: a place (such as an estate or building) that is regarded as an example of beauty or excellence

Examples of showplace in a Sentence

They have transformed their home into a showplace.
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Subtlety trumped gilt, as the showplace for the president didn’t need to show off to prove American greatness. — Ted Johnson, Deadline, 23 Oct. 2025 The Jameel Arts Centre is also a showplace for contemporary artists. — Laurie Werner, Forbes.com, 26 Aug. 2025 Photos showing shining hardwood floors, a modern kitchen, multiple stylish bedrooms, a pool table, whirlpool bath and a crystal pendant chandelier presented what looked to be a showplace. — Eric Adler, Kansas City Star, 5 Dec. 2025 The Suburban Collection auto dealership group has held naming rights to the showplace since 2010. — Jc Reindl, Freep.com, 10 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for showplace

Word History

First Known Use

1753, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of showplace was in 1753

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showplace

noun
show·​place -ˌplās How to pronounce showplace (audio)
: a place (as an estate or building) that is regarded as a very fine example

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