exhibit

[ɪɡˈzɪbɪt]

exhibit Definition

• 1. to show something publicly, especially in a museum, art gallery, or trade fair
• 2. a collection of objects or pictures shown to the public
• 3. a document or other object introduced as evidence in court

Using exhibit: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "exhibit" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  The museum is exhibiting a collection of contemporary art.

• Example

  She will exhibit her paintings at the upcoming art fair.

• Example

  The defendant's lawyer exhibited the contract as evidence.

• Example

  The zoo is exhibiting rare species of animals.

exhibit Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for exhibit

• display
• show
• present
• demonstrate
• expose

Antonyms for exhibit

• conceal
• hide

Idioms Using exhibit

• exhibit one's wares

  to display or show off one's goods or talents

  Example

  The street performer set up his stage and began to exhibit his wares to the passing crowd.

• exhibit caution

  to be careful or cautious in one's actions or decisions

  Example

  The hiker exhibited caution when crossing the narrow bridge over the river.

• exhibit nerves of steel

  to remain calm and composed in a difficult or stressful situation

  Example

  The surgeon exhibited nerves of steel during the high-risk operation.

Phrases with exhibit

• exhibit A

  a piece of evidence presented in court that is considered crucial to the case

  Example

  The prosecution presented Exhibit A, a signed confession from the defendant.

• traveling exhibit

  a collection of objects or pictures that is shown in different places, often in a museum or art gallery

  Example

  The traveling exhibit of ancient artifacts will be on display at the museum for the next month.

• exhibit hall

  a large room or building where exhibitions are held, often used for trade shows or conventions

  Example

  The exhibit hall was filled with vendors showcasing their latest products and services.

Origins of exhibit

from Latin 'exhibitus', past participle of 'exhibere', meaning 'to hold forth, display'

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Summary: exhibit in Brief

The verb 'exhibit' [ɪɡˈzɪbɪt] means to show something publicly, especially in a museum, art gallery, or trade fair. It can also refer to a collection of objects or pictures shown to the public, or a document or other object introduced as evidence in court. Examples include 'The museum is exhibiting a collection of contemporary art.' and 'The defendant's lawyer exhibited the contract as evidence.' Phrases like 'exhibit A' and idioms like 'exhibit nerves of steel' extend the term's usage.