Showpieces

Part of speech: noun

Definitions

1. A prominent or impressive item displayed to highlight quality or artistry
2. A carefully chosen object intended to represent the best attributes of a collection
3. An artistic or functional creation showcased to draw attention and admiration

Etymology: "Showpieces" is the plural of "showpiece," a noun for an item put on display because it is impressive. The word is a plain compound of "show" and "piece," with no foreign borrowing behind it. Its parts are straightforward: "show" in the sense of something exhibited or made visible, and "piece" in the sense of a single item or object. Together they describe a single object chosen to be displayed for its quality, and the plural simply applies that to several such objects at once.

Synonyms: exhibits, displays, highlights, masterpieces, attractions