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Definition of showtime

showtime

/ˈʃoʊ.taɪm/
show · time
Plural:showtimes
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showtime Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The scheduled time at which a movie, play, concert, or other public performance is set to begin.

Example

"We checked the local theater listings to find an evening showtime that worked for everyone."

2

Informally, the decisive moment when a long-awaited event, challenge, or important activity finally begins.

Example

"After months of intense preparation for the product launch, the team knew it was finally showtime."

Synonyms
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• Nearby Words

showrunner
showstopper
showstopping
showtime
showtune
showup
showwoman

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Showtime. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/showtime
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