display
Translation
to display, to show, to exhibit
Examples
The museum displays many ancient artefacts.
The museum displays many ancient artifacts.
He displayed great courage during the fire.
He displayed great courage during the fire.
The screen displays the time and date.
The screen displays the time and date.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to put something in a place where people can see it easily. The museum displays many ancient artifacts.
((a quality/feeling)) to show a feeling, quality, or ability. He displayed great courage during the fire.
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Etymology
From Latin 'displicare' meaning 'to unfold', from 'dis-' (apart) and 'plicare' (to fold). The idea is to unfold something for others to see.
Memory Tips
Imagine unfolding ('dis-' + 'plicare') a map or poster to show it to everyone. This is the core meaning of 'display'.