Meaning of the word exhibit in English

What does exhibit mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

exhibit

US /ɪɡˈzɪb.ɪt/
UK /ɪɡˈzɪb.ɪt/
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Verb

1.

publicly display (a work of art or item of interest) in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair, etc.

Example:
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The museum will exhibit ancient artifacts next month.
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Artists from around the world will exhibit their work at the fair.
2.

manifest or make apparent (a quality or a type of behavior)

Example:
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He began to exhibit signs of fatigue.
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The patient did not exhibit any adverse reactions to the medication.

Noun

an object or collection of objects on public display in an art gallery or museum or at a trade fair.

Example:
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The main exhibit at the gallery is a rare painting.
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The new dinosaur exhibit is very popular with children.