Meaning & Definition of word "Exhibit"
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Exhibit
/ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
noun:
- 1. an object or collection of objects displayed for public viewing, especially in a museum or gallery.
- Example: The exhibit on climate change drew a large crowd.
- 2. a document or piece of evidence presented in a legal context.
- Example: The lawyer presented several exhibits during the trial.
verb:
- 1. to publicly display (a work of art or items of interest) in an exhibition.
- Example: The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts from Egypt.
- 2. to manifest or demonstrate something.
- Example: She tends to exhibit her emotions openly.
- 3. to show signs of a particular quality or trait.
- Example: The team exhibited great resilience during the match.
Etymology
from Latin 'exhibere', meaning 'to show, display'
Common Phrases and Expressions
exhibit A:
a term used in legal contexts to refer to the first piece of evidence presented in a case.
exhibit one's talents:
to display one's skills or abilities.
exhibitionist:
a person who enjoys showing off their body or talents to others.
Related Words
exhibition:
a public display of works of art or other items of interest.
exhibitor:
a person or company that displays work at a trade show or exhibition.
Slang Meanings of exhibit
Meaning: to show off
Example Sentence: He always exhibits his new gadgets to impress his friends.
Meaning: to flaunt or display something ostentatiously
Example Sentence: At the party, she was really exhibiting her new dress.