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    Vitrina (en. Showcase)

    [bi'tɾina]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Structure, generally made of glass, used to display goods.
    The store's display case was full of shiny jewelry.
    La vitrina de la tienda estaba llena de joyas brillantes.
    Furniture or display case in a museum or gallery.
    The display case contains very valuable historical artifacts.
    La vitrina contiene artefactos históricos muy valiosos.
    Compartment or space where products are displayed in a store.
    The shoes were displayed in the shopping mall's display case.
    Los zapatos estaban expuestos en la vitrina del centro comercial.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'vitrum', which means glass.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to look at the display case
    To observe the products displayed in a display case.
    mirar en la vitrina
    trophy display case
    Display case where trophies or awards are showcased.
    vitrina de premios
    exhibition display case
    Space designated for showing works, products, or antiques.
    vitrina de exposición

    Related Words

    exhibition
    Act of showing something for others to see.
    exhibición
    furniture
    Objects designed to be used at home or in the office.
    mueble
    jewelry box
    Box or display case intended for storing jewelry.
    joyero

    Slang Meanings

    To be in the spotlight
    He feels like he is in the spotlight, always being watched by everyone.
    Él se siente como si estuviera en la vitrina, siempre siendo observado por todos.
    display case
    That girl is like a display case, always wearing the latest fashion.
    Esa chica es como una vitrina de exhibición, siempre con lo último de la moda.