showing
Translation
showing, screening, performance, display
Examples
We went to the first showing of the new film.
We went to the first showing of the new film.
It was a brave showing from the young player.
It was a brave showing from the young player.
Grammar Patterns
a showing of ((sth.)). It was a brave showing from the young player.
Similar Words
Synonyms: screening, exhibition, performance, display
Etymology
From the verb 'show' + the noun-forming suffix '-ing'. It literally means 'the act of showing'.
Memory Tips
Think of it as 'the act of showing' something, like a film (a screening) or a quality (a display of courage).