Definition of Display

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Display

Pronunciation: /dɪˈspleɪ/

VERB

[WITH OBJECT]

1Put (something) in a prominent place in order that it may readily be seen:the palace used to display a series of tapestriesa notice was displayed in the booking office

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1.1Show (data or an image) on a computer, television, or other screen:pressing the F1 key will display a help screen

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1.2Give a clear demonstration of (a quality, emotion, or skill):both players displayed a great deal of spirit

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1.3[NO OBJECT] (Of a male bird, reptile, or fish) engage in a specialized pattern of behaviour that is intended to attract a mate:she photographed the peacock, which chose that moment to display

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NOUN

1A performance, show, or event staged for public entertainment:a display of fireworks[AS MODIFIER]: an aerobatic display team

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1.1A collection of objects arranged for public viewing:the museum houses an informative display of rocks[MASS NOUN]: the latest in computer gadgetry was on display

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1.2A clear demonstration of an emotion, skill, or quality:a hint of malice underlay his display of concern

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1.3[MASS NOUN] The conspicuous exhibition of one’s wealth; ostentation:every clansman was determined to outdo the Campbells in display

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1.4A specialized pattern of behaviour by the males of certain species of birds, reptiles, and fish that is intended to attract a mate:the teal were indulging in delightful courtship displays

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1.5[MASS NOUN] Printing The arrangement and choice of type in a style intended to attract attention.

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2An electronic device for the visual presentation of data or images:the colour display now costs £400

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2.1[MASS NOUN] The process or facility of presenting data or images on a computer screen or other device:the processing and display of high volumes of information

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2.2The data or images shown on a computer screen or other device:the user may wish to see the previous few words as handwriting before the display changes

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Derivatives

 

displayer

NOUN

 

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Origin

Middle English (in the sense ‘unfurl, unfold’): from Old French despleier, from Latin displicare‘scatter, disperse’ (in medieval Latin ‘unfold’). Compare with deploy.

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