On display

adjective

Being shown publicly, often in a proud way.

The artist's work is on display at the local museum.
Visual representation of "on display" - Being shown publicly, often in a proud way.

Often appears as...

  • works on display
  • paintings on display
adjective

Being clearly seen or detected because it is not hidden.

His frustration was on display when he couldn't solve the math problem.
Visual representation of "on display" - Being clearly seen or detected because it is not hidden.

Often appears as...

  • emotions on display
  • temper on display

Usage tips

Disapproving

adjective

Being shown publicly, often in a proud way.

The artist's work is on display at the local museum.
Visual representation of "on display" - Being shown publicly, often in a proud way.

Often appears as...

  • works on display
  • paintings on display
adjective

Being clearly seen or detected because it is not hidden.

His frustration was on display when he couldn't solve the math problem.
Visual representation of "on display" - Being clearly seen or detected because it is not hidden.

Often appears as...

  • emotions on display
  • temper on display

Usage tips

Disapproving

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Visual representation of "on display"
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Proud Showcase

Used when someone wants to showcase something with pride, especially achievements or skills.

Illustration for Proud Showcase
The chef had his culinary creations on display at the event.
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Cultural Exhibitions

Often associated with art, history, or culture, highlighting objects or collections in public spaces.

Illustration for Cultural Exhibitions
Rare artifacts were on display at the history museum.
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Accessible Viewing

Implies that something is available for public viewing, accessible to a wide audience.

Illustration for Accessible Viewing
New technological innovations are on display at the science fair.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Proud Showcase

Used when someone wants to showcase something with pride, especially achievements or skills.

Illustration for Proud Showcase
The chef had his culinary creations on display at the event.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Exhibitions

Often associated with art, history, or culture, highlighting objects or collections in public spaces.

Illustration for Cultural Exhibitions
Rare artifacts were on display at the history museum.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Accessible Viewing

Implies that something is available for public viewing, accessible to a wide audience.

Illustration for Accessible Viewing
New technological innovations are on display at the science fair.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Proud Showcase

Used when someone wants to showcase something with pride, especially achievements or skills.

Illustration for Proud Showcase
The chef had his culinary creations on display at the event.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Exhibitions

Often associated with art, history, or culture, highlighting objects or collections in public spaces.

Illustration for Cultural Exhibitions
Rare artifacts were on display at the history museum.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Accessible Viewing

Implies that something is available for public viewing, accessible to a wide audience.

Illustration for Accessible Viewing
New technological innovations are on display at the science fair.
Visual representation of the word "On display"

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