Definition

A person who explains or interprets something, often providing detailed information or commentary.

Example

The expositor provided a thorough analysis of the text during the lecture.

Conversation

I really enjoyed that lecture on art history.

Me too! The expositor was brilliant at explaining the concepts.

I agree, it made everything so much clearer.

Definitely! I think I learned more in that hour than I did in the whole semester.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Expositor → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out) and "ponere" (meaning to place). The word refers to someone who places or lays out information, typically to explain or clarify it.

Memory Tip

Think of someone 'placing out' ('ex-' means out and 'ponere' means to place) information to help others understand.

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