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Definition of show off

show off

noun

  • a person who showily demonstrates their knowledge, talent, possessions, etc.

    Last edited on May 18 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Sep 14 2009.

verb

  • to showily demonstrate one's knowledge, talent, possessions, etc.

    Last edited on May 18 2011. Submitted by Walter Rader (Editor) from Sacramento, CA, USA on Sep 14 2009.

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Definitions include: to ignore another person(s) in a rude manner.
Definitions include: to get rid of aggression or anger.
Definitions include: to do something to get rid of negative emotions.
Definitions include: to cheat on one's spouse.
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Definitions include: dog and phony show
Definitions include: a sales pitch.
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Definitions include: to have an orgasm.
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Definitions include: to show unclothed skin.
Definitions include: to smile.

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