Public Exhibition
/ˈpʌblɪk ɪɡˈzɪbɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) An event or display where artworks, documents, or other items are publicly shown for viewing.
The museum hosted a public exhibition of Renaissance paintings.
- (n.) A legally regulated event in which goods or property are displayed to the public, often as a preliminary step to sale or auction.
The public exhibition of the property documents ensured transparency before the auction.
Forms
- public exhibition
- public exhibitions
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Commentary
In legal contexts, distinguish between general cultural/public displays and those governed by specific regulatory frameworks, such as licensing for exhibitions involving sale or sensitive materials.
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