Display Definition
display
noun
- something intended to communicate a particular impression; "made a display of strength"; "a show of impatience"; "a good show of looking interested"
- something shown to the public; "the museum had many exhibits of oriental art"
- a visual representation of something
- behavior that makes your feelings public; "a display of emotion"
- exhibiting openly in public view; "a display of courage"
- an electronic device that represents information in visual form
verb
- to show, make visible or apparent; "The Metropolitan Museum is exhibiting Goya's works this month"; "Why don't you show your nice legs and wear shorter skirts?"; "National leaders will have to display the highest skills of statesmanship"
- attract attention by displaying some body part or posing; of animals
"Display" in song lyrics
See how display is used in real songs:
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"He never has nothing to say, he just sits there on display"
Aceyalone — The Grandfather Clock -
"Left far to UK, wanna check my display"
Astronomy Class — Heatseeker -
"just a shame that some cats don't let their love display"
Astronomy Class — Nuthin' Nice
Words that rhyme with display
Usage tips for "display"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "display" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for display to find words that pair well.