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Definition of showhouse
showhouse
/ˈʃoʊˌhaʊs/
show · house
Plural:showhouses
showhouse Lexical Profile
CEFR
B2
Grade
8
Tier
2
Usage
Rare
Syllables
2
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• noun
1
A newly built, fully furnished house opened to the public as a sample of a residential housing development.
Example
"Prospective buyers toured the decorated showhouse to get a feel for the layout and finishes of the new neighborhood."
2
A theater, cinema, or auditorium where dramatic performances, motion pictures, or public exhibitions are presented.
Example
"The historic downtown showhouse was restored to its original grandeur for live stage productions."
3
A large conservatory or greenhouse in a botanical garden used for the public display of ornamental plants and flowers.
Example
"The botanical garden's main showhouse was filled with blooming orchids and tropical ferns for the spring exhibition."
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Showhouse. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/showhouse