Exhibition: meaning, definitions and examples

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exhibition

 

[ ˌɛksɪˈbɪʃ(ə)n ]

Context #1 | Noun

art display

A public display of works of art or items of interest, typically held in an art gallery or museum.

Synonyms

display, presentation, show

Examples of usage

  • The new exhibition at the museum features paintings from the 19th century.
  • She was excited to attend the photography exhibition at the art gallery.
  • The exhibition showcased a wide range of sculptures by local artists.
Context #2 | Noun

trade fair

A public display of products or services for businesses to showcase and promote their offerings.

Synonyms

expo, fair, trade show

Examples of usage

  • The company participated in an international exhibition to attract new clients.
  • The technology exhibition is a great opportunity to network with industry professionals.
  • The annual car exhibition in the city draws in thousands of visitors.

Translations

Translations of the word "exhibition" in other languages:

🇵🇹 exposição

🇮🇳 प्रदर्शनी

🇩🇪 Ausstellung

🇮🇩 pameran

🇺🇦 виставка

🇵🇱 wystawa

🇯🇵 展示会 (てんじかい)

🇫🇷 exposition

🇪🇸 exposición

🇹🇷 sergi

🇰🇷 전시회 (jeonsihoe)

🇸🇦 معرض

🇨🇿 výstava

🇸🇰 výstava

🇨🇳 展览 (zhǎnlǎn)

🇸🇮 razstava

🇮🇸 sýning

🇰🇿 көрме

🇬🇪 გამოფენა

🇦🇿 sərgi

🇲🇽 exposición

Etymology

The word 'exhibition' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'exhibitio', which means a showing or presenting. It has been used to describe public displays of various kinds, from art exhibitions to trade fairs, throughout history. Exhibitions have served as platforms for showcasing creativity, innovation, and culture to a wide audience.

See also: exhibit, exhibitable, exhibited, exhibitionism.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,216, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.