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Definition of display

display

/dɪˈspleɪ/
dis · play

Plural:displays
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Adjective:displayable
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Past Simple:displayed
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Past Participle:displayed
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Present Participle:displaying
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• noun

1

A publicly visible arrangement or presentation of objects.

Example

"The museum's new display of ancient Egyptian artifacts attracted thousands of visitors."


2

An electronic device or surface on which visual information, data, or images are presented.

Example

"The pilot monitored the radar on a high-resolution display."


3

An outward manifestation or exhibition of a feeling, quality, behavior, or skill.

Example

"Her courageous actions were an impressive display of leadership during the crisis."

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• verb

1

To place or arrange something in a prominent position so that it can be readily seen.

Example

"The bakery decided to display its freshest pastries in the front window."


2

To make a quality, emotion, or skill evident by one's actions or behavior.

Example

"Despite the harsh criticism, the artist continued to display remarkable resilience."


3

To present data, images, or text visually on a digital screen or monitor.

Example

"The software is configured to display a warning message when the battery is low."

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Word Origin & Etymology

From Middle English 'desplayen', derived from Old French 'despleier', originating from Late Latin 'displicare' meaning 'to unfold or scatter' (from 'dis-' meaning apart and 'plicare' meaning to fold).

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