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showcase

UK //ˈʃəʊ.keɪs//US //ˈʃoʊ.keɪs//

词源

源自show(展示)和case(箱子、容器),最早用于指展示物品的玻璃柜,后引申为展示才能或特色的机会。

noun

❶ 用于展示物品的玻璃柜或展示台,常见于商店或博物馆,用来突出展示珍贵或重要的物品。

“The jewelry was displayed in a glass showcase.”

(珠宝陈列在一个玻璃展示柜里。)

“The museum's showcase contained ancient artifacts.”

(博物馆的展示柜里陈列着古代文物。)

❶ 展示某人或某物优点或才能的机会或场合,常用于形容活动、比赛或表演。

“The talent show was a great showcase for young musicians.”

(才艺表演是年轻音乐家展示才华的绝佳机会。)

“The festival serves as a showcase for local artists.”

(这个节日是当地艺术家展示作品的平台。)

同义词:display, exhibit, demonstration, presentation, exhibition

verb

❶ 展示或突出某人或某物的优点、才能或特色,通常是为了吸引注意或赞赏。

“The gallery will showcase works by new artists.”

(画廊将展示新艺术家的作品。)

“The event showcased the latest fashion trends.”

(这次活动展示了最新的时尚潮流。)

同义词:display, highlight, feature, present, exhibit

常见短语

showcase event — 指专门为展示某类产品或才能而举办的活动,通常具有宣传或推广的目的。

“The company organized a showcase event for its new product line.”

(公司为其新产品线组织了一场展示活动。)

showcase talent — 指展示某人的才能或技能,通常用于表演或比赛等场合。

“The competition is an opportunity to showcase talent to industry professionals.”

(这场比赛是向行业专业人士展示才华的机会。)