Entry Word: exposition

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a public showing of objects of interest <an exposition of flying machines from the early days of aviation> — see exhibition 1
2 a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event) <the nonstop exposition of the ceremonies by the TV newscasters was both unnecessary and irritating> — see commentary
3 a statement that makes something clear <the astronomerʼs exposition of white dwarfs was a little helpful> — see explanation 1