Was Does Showdown Mean?

1 : the placing of poker hands faceup on the table to determine the winner of a pot. 2 : a decisive confrontation or contest.

Why is it called a showdown?

The South Australian Brewing Company, makers of West End beers, were the first sponsors of the game and decided that the "Showdown" would be an appropriate name as a promotional opportunity for games between these two clubs, since it was the first time two South Australian teams had played against each other in the AFL ...

What does final showdown mean?

Word forms: showdowns

A showdown is a big argument or conflict which is intended to settle a dispute that has lasted for a long time. They may be pushing the president toward a final showdown with his party. Synonyms: confrontation, crisis, clash, moment of truth More Synonyms of showdown.