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   exposition

   /ˌɛkspəˈzɪʃn/

   noun

   • 1. a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory: "a systematic exposition of the idea of biodiversity" Similar explanationdescriptionelucidationexplicationinterpretationillustrationaccountcommentarystudyarticleessaythesispapertreatisedissertationdisquisitioncritiquecriticismappraisalassessmentdiscussiondiscourseformal:exegesis
   • ▪ the part of a movement, especially in sonata form, in which the principal themes are first presented.
   • 2. a large public exhibition of art or trade goods: "the exposition will feature exhibits by 165 companies" Similar exhibitionfairtrade fairdisplayshowpresentationdemonstrationexhibitinformal:expodemo
   • 3. the action of making something public: archaic "the country squires dreaded the exposition of their rustic conversation"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Latin expositio(n-), from the verb exponere ‘expose, publish, explain’.

   Derivatives

   • 1. expositional adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › expositionExposition Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of EXPOSITION is a setting forth of the meaning or purpose (as of a writing). How to use exposition in a sentence.

3. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › expositionEXPOSITION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   Nov 13, 2017 · EXPOSITION definition: 1. a clear and full explanation of an idea or theory: 2. a show in which industrial goods, works…. Learn more.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › expositionEXPOSITION | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   EXPOSITION meaning: 1. a clear and full explanation of an idea or theory: 2. a show in which industrial goods, works…. Learn more.

5. www.thefreedictionary.com › expositionExposition - definition of exposition by The Free Dictionary

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   Define exposition. exposition synonyms, exposition pronunciation, exposition translation, English dictionary definition of exposition. n. 1. A setting forth of meaning or intent. 2. a. A statement or rhetorical discourse intended to give information about or an explanation of difficult...

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › expositionExposition - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms - Vocabulary.com

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   An exposition takes place when you "expose" something — like at a fair or convention for showing off goods, art, or similar wares. An exposition can also be the section of a story that explains the basics of the tale.

7. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › expositionEXPOSITION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   An exposition is an exhibition in which something such as goods or works of art are shown to the public.

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definitionexposition noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and ...

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   Definition of exposition noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.