Meaning Of The Word Showboat

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What's The Definition Of Showboat?

showboat in American English
a boat, esp. a steamboat, containing a theater and carrying a troupe of actors who play river towns
to show off
intransitive verb: to perform or behave in an outrageous or spectacular manner
noun: a boat, esp. a paddle-wheel steamer, used as a traveling theater

showboat in British English
noun: a paddle-wheel river steamer with a theatre and a repertory company
verb: to perform or behave in a showy and flamboyant way

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