showboat
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Noun — A river steamboat with an onboard theatre, once used for travelling entertainment.
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How to use showboat
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
The verb sense is informal and usually mildly critical.
Etymology
From show + boat.
Full origin of showboat →Frequently asked questions
What does “showboat” mean?
The word “showboat” means a river steamboat with an onboard theatre, once used for travelling entertainment. In plain terms, to show off; historically, a floating theatre.
How do you pronounce “showboat”?
“Showboat” is pronounced SHOH-boht (/ˈʃoʊˌboʊt/ in IPA).
How do you use “showboat” in a sentence?
Here is “showboat” used in a sentence: “The showboat used to travel up and down the Mississippi.”
What part of speech is “showboat”?
Depending on how it is used, “showboat” can be a noun and a verb.
How many meanings does “showboat” have?
“Showboat” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a river steamboat with an onboard theatre, once used for travelling entertainment.
