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- Dictionaryex·po·si·tion/ˌekspəˈziSH(ə)n/
noun
- 1. a comprehensive description and explanation of an idea or theory: "the exposition and defense of his ethics" Similar
- 2. a large public exhibition of art or trade goods: "the exposition will feature exhibits by 165 companies" Similar
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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.
EXPOSITION definition: 1. a clear and full explanation of an idea or theory: 2. a show in which industrial goods, works…. Learn more.
noun. a large-scale public exhibition or show, as of art or manufactured products: an exposition of 19th-century paintings; an automobile exposition. Synonyms: presentation, display, demonstration, exhibit. the act of expounding, setting forth, or explaining: the exposition of a point of view.
EXPOSITION meaning: 1. a clear and full explanation of an idea or theory: 2. a show in which industrial goods, works…. Learn more.
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.
An exposition of an idea or theory is a detailed explanation or account of it. He was valued because of his clear exposition of rational thought. American English : exposition / ɛkspəˈzɪʃən /
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 material. b. The art or technique of composing such discourses. 3. Music. a. The first part of a composition in sonata form that introduces the themes. b. The opening section of a fugue. 4.
Definition of exposition noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
the act of expounding, setting forth, or explaining: the exposition of a point of view. writing or speech primarily intended to convey information or to explain; a detailed statement or explanation; explanatory treatise: The students prepared expositions on familiar essay topics.
a systematic, usually written statement about, commentary on, or explanation of a specific subject. the act of expounding or setting forth information or a viewpoint. a large public exhibition, esp of industrial products or arts and crafts. the act of exposing or the state of being exposed.
