showpiece

• Nom désignant un objet remarquable ou exemplaire, souvent la pièce maîtresse d'une collection ou un spécimen précieux servant à représenter le meilleur de son genre.

A noun referring to an outstanding or exemplary item, often the main exhibit or prize piece in a collection, used to represent the best of its kind.

1. Outstanding exhibitB2formal

   The most impressive or notable item in a collection, often displayed as a highlight.

   Pièce maîtresse

   • The museum's showpiece is a rare 17th-century painting.
   • This diamond necklace is the showpiece of the jewelry collection.
   • The new sports car was the showpiece of the auto show.

   Synonymescenterpieceflagshiphighlightjewelmasterpiecepride

2. B2formal

   Something that represents the best or most impressive example of its kind.

   Pièce maîtresse

   • The new stadium is a showpiece of modern architecture.
   • This award-winning film is a showpiece of cinematic excellence.
   • The garden is the showpiece of the entire estate.

   Synonymesexemplarflagshipgemjewelmasterpiecemodelparagonprize