exposition

Definition

  • noun: the act of explaining something
  • noun: a setting forth of the meaning or purpose (as of a writing)
  • synonyms: allegorization, anacrusis, apocalypse

Examples

  • have/hold/mount an international 'exposition'

  • The subject requires some 'exposition'.

  • the great Paris 'Exposition' of 1899

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I have a couple of methods to try out. And then we need a new angle on the presentation. And if you need some inspiration, there's a technical exposition at the Albert Hall this week. Engineers, scientists, you know? That sort of thing captures the public's imagination. (..)
    2006 The Prestige