exhibit
UK: ɪɡˈzɪbɪt | US: ɪɡˈzɪbɪt
v. to show or display publicly
v. to present as evidence in court
n. an object or collection displayed publicly
n. a document or item presented as evidence
exhibit = ex<out> + hibit<hold>
- ex (Latin: "out")
Indicates outward movement or visibility. - hibit (Latin: "habere" → "hold")
Refers to holding or presenting something.
Etymology Origin:
The word "exhibit" originates from Latin exhibere ("to hold out, display"), combining ex- ("out") and habere ("to hold"). It entered Middle English via Old French exhibiter, retaining the core idea of "presenting something outwardly." The legal and display-related meanings evolved naturally from this root concept.
The museum will exhibit rare artifacts next month.
The lawyer plans to exhibit the contract as evidence.
Her paintings are on exhibit at the local gallery.
The witness exhibited signs of nervousness.
The science fair exhibit attracted many visitors.