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Definition of Exposition
1. Noun. A systematic interpretation or explanation (usually written) of a specific topic.
Exact synonyms: Expounding
Specialized synonyms: Philosophizing
Generic synonyms: Interpretation
Derivative terms: Exposit, Expound
Specialized synonyms: Philosophizing
Generic synonyms: Interpretation
Derivative terms: Exposit, Expound
2. Noun. A collection of things (goods or works of art etc.) for public display.
Exact synonyms: Exhibition, Expo
Category relationships: Art, Artistic Creation, Artistic Production
Generic synonyms: Accumulation, Aggregation, Assemblage, Collection
Specialized synonyms: Art Exhibition, Peepshow, Raree-show, Fair
Category relationships: Art, Artistic Creation, Artistic Production
Generic synonyms: Accumulation, Aggregation, Assemblage, Collection
Specialized synonyms: Art Exhibition, Peepshow, Raree-show, Fair
3. Noun. An account that sets forth the meaning or intent of a writing or discourse. "We would have understood the play better if there had been some initial exposition of the background"
4. Noun. (music) the section of a movement (especially in sonata form) where the major musical themes first occur.
Definition of Exposition
1. n. The act of exposing or laying open; a setting out or displaying to public view.
Definition of Exposition
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