English Reference
verb · noun

displaying

v. · n.
US /dɪsˈpɫeɪɪŋ/ UK /dɪsplˈeɪɪŋ/ dis·play·ing

  1. 01 B1 Intermediate

    v.showing something so that people can see it easily.

    v.exhibiting or making something visible to others; often used for physical objects or digital information.

    Simple

    The shop is displaying the new summer clothes in the front window.

    In context

    The museum is currently displaying a rare collection of medieval manuscripts that have not been seen by the public for decades.

    Usage

    As a participle, it often describes an ongoing action or a state of being visible.

  2. 02 B2 Upper Intermediate

    v.showing a particular feeling, skill, or quality.

    v.demonstrating or manifesting a specific characteristic, emotion, or ability through one's actions.

    Simple

    He was displaying great courage when he helped the injured man.

    In context

    By remaining calm during the crisis, the manager was displaying the kind of leadership the company desperately needed.

  3. 03 B2 Upper Intermediate

    n.the act or process of putting something on show.

    n.the act of exhibiting or the state of being exhibited; functions as a gerund noun.

    Simple

    The displaying of the flags marked the start of the festival.

    In context

    The careful displaying of these fragile artifacts requires precise control over both lighting and humidity within the gallery.

    Usage

    Often used with 'the' and 'of' to describe a formal process.

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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Frequent
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