Definition

A person or organization that displays or presents items, often at a trade show or exhibition.

Example

The exhibitor showcased their latest products at the annual trade fair.

Conversation

Are you going to the art fair this weekend?

Yeah, I heard there will be a lot of interesting exhibitors there.

I can't wait to see what the exhibitors have to show us!

Me too! I love discovering new artists and their work.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exhibitor → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "habere" (meaning to have or hold). An exhibitor is someone who holds something out for others to see, typically in a display or exhibition.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'holding out' ('habere') something 'out' ('ex-') for others to see — that's what an exhibitor does.

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