exhibitor
UK: ɪɡˈzɪbɪtə | US: ɪɡˈzɪbɪtər
n. a person or organization that displays items or services at an exhibition, fair, or show
The word "exhibitor" derives from Latin exhibere (to hold out, display), combining ex- (out) + habere (to hold). The suffix -or (agent noun) was added in Late Latin to form exhibitor, meaning "one who displays." The term entered English in the 16th century, retaining its core meaning of someone who presents or showcases something publicly. The morphemes logically reconstruct the original spelling while preserving the word's functional structure: exhibit (action) + -or (actor).
The exhibitor set up an interactive booth at the tech conference.
Each exhibitor was given a designated space to showcase their products.
The art exhibitor explained the inspiration behind her paintings.
As an exhibitor, he traveled to trade shows across Europe.
The museum’s exhibitor carefully arranged the historical artifacts.