Noun: showstopper 'show,stó-pu(r)
- Something that is strikingly attractive or has great popular appeal
"the brilliant orange flowers against the green foliage were a showstopper";
- show-stopper
- An act so striking or impressive that the show must be delayed until the audience quiets down
"Her solo was such a showstopper that the audience applauded for five minutes";
- show-stopper, stopper
Derived forms: show-stoppers, showstoppers
Type of: act, attraction, attractiveness, bit, number, routine, turn
Encyclopedia: Showstopper