Definition of display - Reverso English Dictionary
Verb
1.
visibilityshow or make visible
- The museum will display the ancient artifacts.
2.
exhibitionexhibit or demonstrate conspicuously
- The artist will display her paintings at the gallery.
3.
technologyTECH. show information on a screenTECH.
- The computer displays the results instantly.
4.
revelationRare reveal a characteristic or emotionRare
- She displayed great courage during the crisis.
Noun
1.
electronic screenTECH. electronic device that shows information or imagesTECH.
- Her computer's display was bright and clear..
2.
emotional expressionact of showing feelings or behavior openly
- His display of anger was unexpected at the meeting..
3.
performancedemonstration or exhibition of a particular skill
- The chef's display of knife skills was impressive..
4.
presentationRare arrangement of items for viewingRare
- The store had a beautiful window display.
Images of display
electronic device that shows information or images 
arrangement of items for viewing
Expressions with display
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show one's real feelings or opinions
She displayed her true colors during the argument.
board used to show information or items
The display board shows the schedule for the day.
cabinet with glass doors for showing or presenting items
The display cabinet held rare coins in the shop.
name shown to others
Her display name on the forum is 'TechGuru'.
vertical surface showing information to the public
The museum's display panel showed the event schedule.
electronic surface on a device that shows images text or video
She wiped fingerprints off the tablet's display screen.
arrange items for others to see
They make a display of the new products in the store.
being shown for people to see
The paintings are on display at the gallery.
arranged presentation of products or decorations in a shop window to attract buyers
The new window display drew many people to stop and look.
screen that shows images with many different hues instead of only one
The new phone features a bright color display that is easy to read.
screen device that shows pictures or text using many different colours
The new phone has a bright colour display that is easy to read.
current choices that control color size and clarity of a screen
Her display settings made the text large enough to read comfortably.
glass container for showing items in shops or at home
The jewelry was kept in a display case.
relating to parking where you pay at a machine
This is a pay-and-display parking area.
arrange or exhibit something for others to see
They put on a display of their artwork at the gallery.
arrangement of items for visual presentation
The visual display in the store attracted many customers.
arrangement of goods on a shop counter to promote quick sales
The store placed a bright counter display of chocolates near the register.
visually stunning presentation or show
The fireworks were a dazzling display of colors.
arranged stands or panels used to present products or information
The trade fair invested in a new display system for the entrance hall.
screen area of a monitor where images and information appear
The monitor display went black during the presentation.
event where aircraft perform maneuvers
The air display attracted thousands of spectators.
large window in a shop showing items for sale
The display window attracted many customers with its vibrant colors.
act of physical intimacy in the view of others
They were criticized for their public display of affection at the park.
screen showing visual output from a device
The computer's video display showed the desktop.
Origin of display
Latin, dis (apart) + plicare (to fold)
Terms with display included in their meaning
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presentation
display something for others to see
technology
electronic screen used to receive and display broadcast video
display
reveal or display something to me
commerce
book listing items for sale or display
display
flat surface for displaying images or text
location display
in a place shown or written on a board
screen entertainment
electronic game played using a video display
shape
pointed, curved projection used for defense or display
display
group of items displayed in a particular way
emotion
sudden intense expression or display
kindness
display of kindness and concern for others
numerical display
displaying information as numerical digits
showcase
display something for public viewing
art
public display of objects or art
art
public display of art, products, skills, activities
celebration
elaborate vehicle for display in a parade
display device
device that displays information on a screen
notice board
display publicly on a board or wall
art
organized display of artworks in a specific location
emotion
public display of strong emotion or argument
publishing
visual design printed on the outside of a book for display
heroic act
exceptional display of courage
emotional display
display sudden powerful emotion
home display
furniture with glass doors for displaying china dishes
Examples of display in a sentence
They plan to display the new product at the expo. The museum will display ancient artifacts next month. She plans to display her skills at the talent show. The screen displays the message clearly. The monitor displays the data in real-time. He displayed his anger through silence.
The artist displayed her talent in the gallery. The display on his phone cracked after the fall. They installed a new display in the conference room. Her display of joy was contagious. The child's display of sadness moved everyone. Her display of gymnastics won her a medal. The magician's display of tricks amazed everyone. The art gallery featured an impressive display. There was a display of antique cars at the show.
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- French:exposer, écran, ...
- German:ausstellen, Display, ...
- Italian:esporre, display, ...
- Spanish:mostrar, monitor, ...
- Portuguese:exibir, ecrã, ...
- Chinese:展示, 显示器, ...
- Japanese:展示する, ディスプレイ, ...
- Arabic:عَرَضَ, شَاشَة, ...
- Hebrew:לְהַצִּיג, צָג, ...
- Russian:показывать, дисплей, ...
- Ukrainian:показувати, дисплей, ...
- Hindi:प्रदर्शित करना, डिस्प्ले, ...
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