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Definition of "show-up" [show-up]

  • Exposure of something concealed, as a fraud or an absurdity, to ridicule or animadversion. (noun)

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

Use "show-up" in a sentence
  • "I really loved this flick, as Soderbergh continues to impress me with his ability to seemingly take on any project and show-up all predecessors."
  • "My wallpaper has a random quote that will show-up, I might add in some random mantras as well."
  • "Expert declarers know when to try for a "show-up squeeze.""