exposition

• Nom désignant une grande exposition publique ou démonstration d'œuvres d'art, de produits ou d'autres objets, ainsi qu'une explication détaillée ou une description d'une idée ou d'une théorie.

A noun referring to a large public exhibition or display of art, products, or other items, or a detailed explanation or description of an idea or theory.

1. Detailed explanationB2formal

   A comprehensive explanation or description of an idea, theory, or subject.

   Exposé détaillé

   • The professor gave a clear exposition of quantum mechanics.
   • Her exposition of the poem revealed its hidden meanings.
   • The book provides an excellent exposition of economic theory.

   Synonymesaccountclarificationcommentarydescriptionelucidationexplanationexplicationinterpretation

2. B2formal

   A large public exhibition or show, often of art, products, or industrial achievements.

   Exposition publique

   • The world exposition attracted millions of visitors.
   • The art exposition featured works from contemporary artists.
   • They organized an exposition of new technologies.

   Synonymesdisplayexhibitionexpofairshow

3. Narrative backgroundC1formal

   The part of a story that introduces background information about characters, setting, and events.

   Exposition narrative

   • The first chapter of the novel provides the exposition.
   • The film's exposition explains the protagonist's childhood.
   • Good exposition helps the audience understand the plot.

   Synonymesbackdropbackgroundcontextintroductionpreambleprologuesetup