Dictionary
Thesaurus
Encyclopedia
Translator
Web
Related Searches
Nearby Words

showplace

 - 2 dictionary results

show⋅place

  [shoh-pleys]
Use showplace in a Sentence
–noun
1. an estate, mansion, or the like, usually open to the public, renowned for its beauty, excellent design and workmanship, historical interest, etc.
2. any house, building, office, etc., that is beautifully furnished and is considered of flawless taste: His home was a showplace.
Origin:
1570–80; show + place
Dictionary.com Unabridged
Based on the Random House Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2009.
Cite This Source Link To showplace
show place also show·place   (shō'plās')
n.  

  1. A place, such as a house or estate, that is viewed and frequented for its beauty or historical noteworthiness.

  2. A beautiful or ornate place.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
Cite This Source
Search another word or see showplace on Thesaurus | Reference
FacebookTwitterFollow us:
Partner Sites:
Ask AnswersEviteExpediaHotelsHotwireLife123LiveDailyMy Way