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Definition & Meaning of "show"in English

to show
01

to make something visible or noticeable 

Ditransitive: to show sb sth | to show sth to sb
to show definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Simple
Action verb
Regular
Present tense
show
3rd person singular
shows
Present participle
showing
Past simple
showed
Past participle
shown
Examples
Did you show your new painting to your art teacher? 
1.1

(of a picture or photograph) to represent someone or something 

Transitive: to show sth
Examples
A postcard showing a famous landmark in Paris. 
1.2

to make something, such as a motion picture, TV program, etc., available for public presentation 

Transitive: to show a movie or show
to show definition and meaning
Examples
ABC showed The Wizard of Oz on Sunday evening. 
1.3

to exhibit, particularly in a competition 

Transitive: to show sth
to show definition and meaning
Examples
He intends to show his photography at a local gallery in the spring. 
1.4

to appear in public or to allow oneself to be seen 

Transitive: to show oneself
Examples
I can't believe he had the audacity to show himself after what he did. 
1.5

to arrive at the place one has arranged, like an appointment or a gathering 

Intransitive
Examples
I had an appointment with my dentist, but they had an emergency and never showed at the clinic. 
1.6

(of a woman) to be pregnant, in a way that is physically noticeable 

Intransitive
Examples
After she began to show, people started treating her with more respect and consideration. 
1.7

to cause something to be visible or noticeable 

Transitive: to show sth
Examples
A black tablecloth will show every speck of dust. 
02

to make something like a quality, characteristic, or emotion apparent 

Transitive: to show a quality, characteristic, or emotion
Examples
He showed interest in learning about different cultures 
2.1

to behave or treat someone in a particular way 

Ditransitive: to show sb/sth an attitude or treatment | to show an attitude or treatment to | to show an attitude or treatment toward
Examples
He has shown me nothing but support throughout my journey. 
03

to make something, such as one's capabilities or facts, clear and evident 

Complex Transitive: to show sb to do sth
Examples
Her presentation shows her to be a persuasive speaker. 
3.1

to guide or lead someone somewhere 

Ditransitive: to show sb the way
Transitive: to show sb somewhere
Examples
He showed his friend to the correct classroom. 
3.2

to teach or explain to someone how something is done in a practical way 

Ditransitive: to show sb how to do something
Examples
Can you show me how to tie a knot? 
04

to start to become visible 

Intransitive
Examples
Excitement showed in her eyes as she received the good news. 
05

to indicate a specific time, measurement, etc. 

Transitive: to show a time or measurement | to show that
Examples
The clock showed that it was already midnight. 
Show
01

a TV or radio program made to entertain people 

show definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Abstract
Composition
Simple
Countable
Plural form
shows
Examples
"Friends" is a popular sitcom that became a classic TV show. 
02

a public performance or entertainment event, often involving a variety of acts such as music, dance, drama, comedy, or magic 

show definition and meaning

What is a "show"?

A show is a public performance or entertainment event that features a range of acts designed to captivate and amuse an audience. It can include various forms of entertainment, such as music, dance, drama, comedy, or magic, often organized in a sequence or program. Shows are typically held in venues like theaters, concert halls, or outdoor stages, and are intended to provide a structured, engaging experience for spectators. The purpose of a show is to entertain, inspire, or leave a memorable impression on the audience through its diverse performances.

Examples
The circus show featured acrobats, clowns, and animal performances. 
03

the act of publicly exhibiting or entertaining 

04

something intended to communicate a particular impression 

05

pretending that something is the case in order to make a good impression 

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