SHOWBIZ


Meaning of SHOWBIZ in English

I. ˈshow ˌbusiness BrE AmE ( also showbiz informal ) noun [uncountable]

the entertainment industry, for example television, films, popular theatre etc

in show business

Phyllis always wanted to be in show business.

The restaurant is always full of show business personalities.

II. show ‧ biz /ˈʃəʊbɪz $ ˈʃoʊ-/ BrE AmE noun [uncountable] informal

[ Date: 1900-2000 ; Origin: show business ]

↑ show business

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