display

²display

noun, often attributive

Definition of DISPLAY

1

a (1) : a setting or presentation of something in open view <a fireworks display> (2) : a clear sign or evidence : exhibition <a display of courage> b : ostentatious show c : type, composition, or printing designed to catch the eye d : an eye-catching arrangement by which something is exhibited <a display of artifacts> —often used with on <her early paintings are currently on display> e : an electronic device (as a cathode-ray tube) that presents information in visual form; also : the visual information

2

: a pattern of behavior exhibited especially by male birds in the breeding season

Examples of DISPLAY

1. The library's current display features locally made crafts.
2. Her trophies are in a display case.
3. The celebration ended with a spectacular fireworks display.

First Known Use of DISPLAY

1665

Related to DISPLAY

Synonyms: exhibition, exhibit, expo, exposition, fair, show

Related Words: demonstration, performance, presentation, production; extravaganza, pageant, spectacle; auction, offering, presentment, sale

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