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sluggy | 15:40 Fri 26th Oct 2007 | Phrases & Sayings
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Where does the term "Showboating" come from? ie.. when a boxer/footballer shows off his skills in a particular easy match
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Showboats were American river vessels on which theatrical performances were given. Think of Mississippi paddle-steamers in past times. As a result, the verb 'to showboat' came to mean putting on a dramatic performance to entertain a crowd and show off your skills, just like a ham actor.

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