display meaning and definition

DISPLAY noun

Definition of display (noun)

1. something intended to communicate a particular impression
   • "made a display of strength"; "a show of impatience"; "a good show of looking interested"
   • synonyms: show
2. something shown to the public
   • "the museum had many exhibits of oriental art"
   • synonyms: exhibit, showing
3. a visual representation of something
   • synonyms: presentation
4. behavior that makes your feelings public
   • "a display of emotion"
5. exhibiting openly in public view
   • "a display of courage"
6. an electronic device that represents information in visual form
   • synonyms: video display

DISPLAY verb

Definition of display (verb)

1. to show, make visible or apparent
   • "The Metropolitan Museum is exhibiting Goya's works this month"; "Why don't you show your nice legs and wear shorter skirts?"; "National leaders will have to display the highest skills of statesmanship"
   • synonyms: exhibit, expose
2. attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals