Exhibit

Definition

Exhibit refers to an object or collection of objects on public display in an art gallery, museum, or other venue. It can also mean the act of showing or presenting something, particularly in a formal or legal context.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Verb

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
• Respelling: ig-ZIB-it

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ɪɡˈzɪbɪt/
• Respelling: ig-ZIB-it

The pronunciation of "exhibit" is consistent in both American and British English, with emphasis on the second syllable.

Etymology

The word "exhibit" comes from the Latin word "exhibere," meaning "to hold out" or "to show." It is formed from "ex-" meaning "out" and "habere" meaning "to hold."

Derivatives

• Exhibition (noun)
• Exhibitor (noun)
• Exhibitory (adjective)
• Exhibited (adjective)
• Exhibitable (adjective)

Synonyms

• Display
• Showcase
• Present

Antonyms

• Conceal
• Hide
• Suppress

Usage

The word "exhibit" is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to refer to items displayed in a museum or gallery, as well as evidence presented in a courtroom. It can also be used as a verb to describe the act of showing or demonstrating something publicly.

Related Terms

• Exposition: A comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory, often related to exhibits.
• Gallery: A room or building for the display or sale of works of art.
• Showcase: A glass case used for displaying objects, or an event at which items are exhibited.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• Object or collection on display: Something displayed for public viewing in a gallery, museum, or other venue.
  • Example: "The museum's latest exhibit features ancient Egyptian artifacts."
• Evidence in a legal case: A document or object presented in court to support a case.
  • Example: "The lawyer presented the contract as Exhibit A in the trial."

Verb

• To display or show: To present something for public viewing or to demonstrate something openly.
  • Example: "The artist will exhibit her work in the downtown gallery."