Display/dɪˈspleɪ/ Definition 1 of 6Pro Tip 1/2Visibility Intended Using 'display' suggests intention to make something clearly visible to others. She proudly displayed the award in her office. Pro Tip 2/2Not Concealed When you 'display' something, there is no attempt to hide it; it's prominently shown. The museum displayed the artifact in a central location.