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Display

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /dɪsˈpleɪ/ · Part of speech noun

Quick meaning: Display is a noun meaning A show or spectacle.

Meaning

A show or spectacle.

More Meanings

  1. A piece of work to be presented visually.
  2. A device, furniture or marketing-oriented bulk packaging for visual presentation for sales promotion.
  3. (computing) An electronic screen that shows graphics or text.
  4. (computing) The presentation of information for visual or tactile reception.
  5. (transitive) To show conspicuously; to exhibit; to demonstrate; to manifest.
  6. (intransitive) To make a display; to act as one making a show or demonstration.
  7. (military) To extend the front of (a column), bringing it into line, deploy.

Example Sentences

The trapeze artist put on an amazing acrobatic display.
The Englishmen[…]display their ranks and[…]press hard upon their enemies.
And from his seat took pleasure to display / The city so adorned with towers.
Pupils are expected to produce a wall display about a country of their choice.

Word Forms

Synonyms for display

Depending on context, synonyms include splay, exhibit, show, reveal, expose, presentation.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include exhibit, showing, show, presentation, expose, reveal.

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