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Definition showboat in British English

showboat noun

[countable] noun
/ˈʃəʊˌbəʊt/
1

a large boat with a theatre on it and actors who give performances at various towns along a river

Synonyms and related words
barge boat bowser
2

someone who is in the habit of showing off

Example

Jack is an outspoken person, but a big showboat.

3

also a verb

Example

I'm sick and tired of watching Jack bullying people and showboating.

Definition showboat in British English