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show off

The correct spelling is show off.

How to pronounce show off

verb

Say it like: Sho-w o-ff

The correct spelling is show off. To exhibit the best attributes of something. For example: "Grocery stores show off their produce by placing the most attractive specimens in front."

Usage Examples

Grocery stores show off their produce by placing the most attractive specimens in front.

She loves to show off her driving prowess.

Quit being such a show-off, before someone gets hurt.

Meanings

verb

  1. 1.To exhibit the best attributes of something.
  2. 2.To attract attention to for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism; to demonstrate a skill, talent or property for the purpose of bragging or personal exhibitionism.

noun

  1. 1.One who shows off.

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