Displaying: meaning, definitions and examples

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displaying

 

[ dɪˈspleɪɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

on a screen

To show something on a screen for people to see. It involves presenting information, images, or videos on a monitor or other electronic display device.

Synonyms

demonstrate, exhibit, present, show.

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Word Description / Examples
displaying

Used when referring to showing information or items on a screen, board, or in a physical space for others to see.

  • The museum is displaying ancient artifacts in the main hall.
  • He spent hours displaying his artwork in the gallery.
show

A versatile word used in various contexts to indicate the act of making something visible, demonstrating, or explaining.

  • Can you show me how to use this software?
  • The magician will show a new trick in tonight's performance.
present

Used when introducing or showing something to people, often in a formal or professional setting.

  • She will present her research findings at the conference.
  • He was asked to present the award to the winner.
exhibit

Commonly used in formal contexts like museums or art galleries, referring to showing items for public viewing.

  • The science museum will exhibit a new dinosaur skeleton next month.
  • He felt proud to exhibit his paintings in a well-known gallery.
demonstrate

Often used when you want to show how something works or to prove something through examples or experiments.

  • The teacher will demonstrate the experiment to the students.
  • She was able to demonstrate her cooking skills during the competition.

Examples of usage

  • The teacher was displaying the presentation on the whiteboard.
  • The museum is currently displaying a collection of ancient artifacts.
  • The TV screen was displaying a live broadcast of the event.

Translations

Translations of the word "displaying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mostrando

🇮🇳 प्रदर्शित करना

🇩🇪 anzeigen

🇮🇩 menampilkan

🇺🇦 відображення

🇵🇱 wyświetlanie

🇯🇵 表示する

🇫🇷 affichage

🇪🇸 mostrando

🇹🇷 gösterme

🇰🇷 표시

🇸🇦 عرض

🇨🇿 zobrazování

🇸🇰 zobrazovanie

🇨🇳 显示

🇸🇮 prikazovanje

🇮🇸 sýna

🇰🇿 көрсету

🇬🇪 ჩვენება

🇦🇿 göstərmə

🇲🇽 mostrando

Etymology

The word 'displaying' comes from the Old French word 'despleier', meaning 'unfold, spread out'. The term has evolved over time to refer to the action of showing or presenting something, especially on a screen or electronic device. The concept of displaying information has become increasingly important in the digital age, with various technologies enabling us to showcase content in different ways.

See also: display, displayable, displayed, displays.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,008 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.