SHOWBOAT


Meaning of SHOWBOAT in English

/ ˈʃəʊbəʊt; NAmE ˈʃoʊboʊt/ verb , noun

■ verb

[ v ] ( informal , often disapproving ) to behave in a way that tries to show people how clever, skilful, etc. you are

►  show·boat·ing noun [ U ]

■ noun

( NAmE ) a boat on which musical shows are performed

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