Exhibit (Noun)
Meaning 1
Something shown to the public; "the museum had many exhibits of oriental art".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The new exhibit on dinosaurs was a huge hit with kids and adults alike.
- The museum had a large exhibit of Impressionist paintings from around the world.
- Visitors to the fair can see an exhibit on the latest technology in renewable energy.
- The science center had a fascinating exhibit on the history of space exploration.
- The exhibit of antique furniture was displayed in a recreated Victorian-era setting.
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Meaning 2
An object or statement produced before a court of law and referred to while giving evidence.
Classification
Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.
Examples
- The document was marked as exhibit A and entered into evidence by the prosecution.
- The photograph of the crime scene was presented as exhibit 3 to the jury.
- The witness referred to exhibit B, a security video, to corroborate her testimony.
- The lawyer objected to the introduction of exhibit C, a letter written by the defendant.
- The forensic expert used exhibit D, a piece of torn fabric, to demonstrate her findings.