SHOW OFF

{v. phr.} 1. To put out nicely for people to see; display; exhibit. * /The Science Fair gave Julia a chance to show off her shell collection./ * /The girls couldn't wait to show off their fine needlework to our visitors./ 2. {informal} To try to attract attention; also, try to attract attention to. * /The children always show off when we have company./ * /Joe hasn't missed a chance to show off his muscles since that pretty girl moved in next door./