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I remember in the first season going, 'This is retarded. I can't believe they're making chefs do this.' But then it actually does show off certain skills. And at the end of the day, this is entertainment and this stuff is very entertaining. Is a lot of it ridiculous? Of course it is. But that's what makes it interesting.
Tom Colicchio

Meaning of "show off" in the English dictionary

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PRONUNCIATION OF SHOW OFF

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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF SHOW OFF

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Show off is a verb and can also act as a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

The verb is the part of the sentence that is conjugated and expresses action and state of being.

WHAT DOES SHOW OFF MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Definition of show off in the English dictionary

The first definition of show off in the dictionary is to exhibit or display so as to invite admiration. Other definition of show off is to behave in such a manner as to make an impression. Show off is also a person who makes a vain display of himself.


WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE SHOW OFF

show copy
show day
show flat
show girl
show home
show house
show in
show jumper
show jumping
show of hands
show one´s cards
show one´s face
show one´s hand
show one´s teeth
show out
show pony
show someone the door
show stopper
show the flag
show the white feather

WORDS THAT END LIKE SHOW OFF

better off
blow off
claw off
cut off
day off
draw off
drop off
get off
hold off
jerk off
kick off
on and off
pay off
play off
set off
spin off
take off
throw off
time off
turn off

Synonyms and antonyms of show off in the English dictionary of synonyms

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SYNONYMS OF «SHOW OFF»

The following words have a similar or identical meaning as «show off» and belong to the same grammatical category.
synonyms of show off

Translation of «show off» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF SHOW OFF

Find out the translation of show off to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of show off from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «show off» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

炫耀
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

presumir
570 millions of speakers

English

show off
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

दिखावा
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

يَفْتَخِرُ
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

рисоваться
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

exibir-se
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

প্রদর্শন বন্ধ
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

exhiber
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

menunjuk-nunjuk
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

angeben
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

見せびらかす
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

과시하다
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

pamer
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

khoe khoang
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

காண்பி
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

दिखावा
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

hava atmak
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

ostentare
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

popisać się
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

хизуватися
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

a se făli cu
30 millions of speakers
el

Translator English - Greek

κάνω φιγούρα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

wys af
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

skryta
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

vise seg
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of show off

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «SHOW OFF»

The term «show off» is very widely used and occupies the 13.314 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «SHOW OFF» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about show off

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10 QUOTES WITH «SHOW OFF»

Famous quotes and sentences with the word show off.
1
Sholom Aleichem
To go to the synagogue with one's father on the Passover eve - is there in the world a greater pleasure than that? What is it worth to be dressed in new clothes from head to foot, and to show off before one's friends? Then the prayers themselves - the first Festival evening prayer and blessing.
2
Katy B
I love clubbing - the abandon of it, the release of dancing, and being with my friends and the people I love. For me, it's never been about going out to meet guys or to show off my latest dress - it's the music.
3
Frances Bay
I always wanted to be an actress. And it wasn't ego. I felt so little about myself, considered myself such a sparrow. Not just my size. I thought I was so plain... I did plays not to show off but because if I did that - I didn't realize it at the time - I would be somebody other than this person I didn't really approve of.
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Ritchie Blackmore
I however don't go to clubs to show off and to be seen, and certainly not to make statements. I just want to be able to quietly watch a band.
5
Hattie Carnegie
My clothes are built to show off the woman who wears them. I like them to be simple... to move well, to move with the times and a little ahead of the times.
6
Roberto Cavalli
There is a real vulgarity in the way women dress at the moment. They show off too much and try too hard. They don't understand where the line is between sexy and vulgar. I know where that line is.
7
George Cole
I was always in plays at school and in school concerts - you could say I liked to show off.
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Tom Colicchio
I remember in the first season going, 'This is retarded. I can't believe they're making chefs do this.' But then it actually does show off certain skills. And at the end of the day, this is entertainment and this stuff is very entertaining. Is a lot of it ridiculous? Of course it is. But that's what makes it interesting.
9
Lauren Conrad
I think that it's really nice to learn that makeup is different for every person. Everyone has a different feature on their face that they like to show off.
10
Daniel Craig
I've always loved to dress up a bit and show off.

10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «SHOW OFF»

Discover the use of show off in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to show off and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Show Off: How to Do Absolutely Everything One Step at a Time
Featuring simple illustrated instructions, a witty and nearly wordless resource teaches kids how to do tons of cool things, from creating personalized arts and crafts to performing amazing tricks and pranks. Original.
Sarah Hines-Stephens, 2009
2
The Greatest Show Off Earth
Comic science fiction from the author of R̀aiders of the lost car park'. When Raymond is rescued from a Venusian food market by Professor Merlins travelling circus, he finds that the Professor has a task for him.
Robert Rankin, 1994
3
Show Off: A Novel
Nikki was one tough girl, or so all the kids said. She take on anybody, risk anything for the gang. But that was before she met Austin and began to turn her life around.
Paul Kropp, 2003
4
Wildfire, Show-off
When a television producer decides to create a show featuring high-society equestrians, Kris Furillo's rival, Dani, lands a role and soon acts like a diva which drives Kris crazy.
Cathy Hapka, 2008
5
The Show-Off
Moose teaches Hildys annoying cousin the art of friendship.
Stephanie Greene, 2007
6
Wine Cocktails: 50 Stylish Sippers That Show Off Your Reds, ...
In this 50-recipe, full-color book, cocktail connoisseur Rathbun shows how easy it is to create memorable cocktails with more than just champagne.
A. J. Rathbun, 2009
7
Rachel Parker, Kindergarten Show-Off
Five-year-old Olivia's new neighbor Rachel is in her kindergarten class, and they must overcome feelings of jealousy and competitiveness to be friends.
Ann M. Martin, 1993
8
Showoff
The fourth SWINDLE book, centering around a dog show that goes horribly awry!
Gordon Korman, 2012
9
Keeker and the Horse Show Show-Off: Book 2 in the Sneaky ...
When a flyer arrives announcing an upcoming horse show, Keeker and Plum are determined to enter! They work hard to prepare, but will it be enough?
Hadley Higginson, 2012
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Show Off
Think about it combines with Wellington Square to provide a resource that aims to engage even the most reluctant readers. To help promote thinking skills, the stories are based around thought-provoking Citizenship themes.
John Talbot, 2003

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «SHOW OFF»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term show off is used in the context of the following news items.
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Chelsea Flower Show sees world's best gardeners show off their …
The world's greatest gardeners are showing off their marvellous blooms at the Chelsea Flower Show - and haven't let a spot of rain dampen their spirits. «Daily Mail, May 15»
2
Michelle Obama shows off 'mom dancing' skills on 'Tonight Show …
Obama isn't the only political type to show off some parental-style dance moves. In June 2014, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie performed the “Evolution of Dad ... «WTOP, Apr 15»
3
Watch Beck Show Off His Hide-and-Seek Skills for James Corden
The only way to make an episode of The Late Late Show with James Corden, filmed at a random person's house, a little weirder is by getting grown-up ... «Billboard, Apr 15»
4
Taylor Swift and Jimmy Fallon Show Off Their Jumbotron Dance …
Jimmy Fallon "revealed" the star's hidden talent on Tuesday's The Tonight Show, showing "clips" from when the two used to bust a move on the dance cam at ... «Entertainment Tonight, Feb 15»
5
Show off your dog, Louisville
The champion of Westminster has been crowned. Doggonit, we have great dogs around Louisville too. Show off your dog from around Louisville. Whether it is a ... «The Courier-Journal, Feb 15»
6
Dogs And Their Owners Show Off Their Moves
Wallace shows off his black German Shepard, Inara. "She's 2 years old, just turned 2. Well, her training started when she was 8 weeks old. Basically, you show ... «13WMAZ, Jan 15»
7
Record 10 auto makers show off car-friendly future at CES
A record 10 auto makers are present at the CES this week, even with preparations being made for the North American International Auto Show in Detroit next ... «The Globe and Mail, Jan 15»
8
Automakers show off smart cars at Consumer Electronics Show
LAS VEGAS — When Ford CEO Mark Fields first attended the Consumer Electronics Show a decade ago, cars weren't exactly a technological showcase. «New York Post, Jan 15»
9
Watch Bradley Cooper Show Off His Epic Air Guitar Skills on The …
The word “epic” gets bandied about a lot on the Internet, whether it's describing a prank or a touchdown pass in a football game, or a battle between good and ... «TIME, Jan 15»
10
Over 50 Utah teams show off tech at international Consumer …
LAS VEGAS — The annual Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas draws companies from places as far away as Japan and France, but Utah maintains a ... «KSL.com, Jan 15»

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