shows

shows · verb

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Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    (verb) Third person singular present tense of *show*; displays or makes visible.

  2. 2.

    (verb) Demonstrates or proves.

  3. 3.

    (noun, plural) Entertainment programs or theatrical performances.

  4. 4.

    (noun, plural) Exhibitions or displays.

Related words

Antonyms: conceals, hides
See also: show, showing, shown
Synonyms: demonstrates, displays, exhibits, reveals

Etymology

From Old English scēawian ("to look at, see, observe") + -s (third person singular present ending or plural noun ending). The verb form indicates present tense with third person subjects, while the noun form is the plural of show.