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show–off
noun, often attributive \ˈshō-ˌȯf\
: a person who tries to impress other people with his or her abilities or possessions
Full Definition of SHOW-OFF
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: the act of showing off
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First Known Use of SHOW-OFF
1843
SHOW-OFF Defined for Kids
show–off
noun \ˈshō-ˌȯf\
Definition of SHOW-OFF for Kids
: a person who tries to impress other people with his or her abilities or possessions
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