IPA: /dɪˈspleɪ/
KK: /dɪˈspleɪ/
To show or exhibit something, often on a screen or in a visible way.
The computer will display the results of the calculations on the monitor.
Past: displayed
Past Participle: displayed
A way to show or present something for others to see, often in a public setting or as a visual representation.
The art gallery had a beautiful display of modern paintings.
To show something in a way that people can see it, often on a screen or in a way that attracts attention.
The museum will display the new art collection starting next week.
Past: displayed
Past Participle: displayed
Display → It is formed from "dis-" (meaning apart) and "plicare" (meaning to fold). The word "display" means to unfold or spread out something for others to see.
Think of something being 'unfolded' or 'spread out' for everyone to see — 'dis-' means apart, and 'plicare' means to fold.