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Definition expose in American English

expose verb

[transitive] verb
/ɪkˈspoʊz/
1

to fail to protect someone or something from something harmful or dangerous

Example

Many of the soldiers had been exposed to radiation.

Example

Why do we still sunbathe when we know the dangers of exposing our skin to the sun?

Example

The sale exposed the company to widespread criticism.

Synonyms and related words
let down hold back embarrass
2

to allow something that is usually covered or hidden to be seen

Example

The melting snow exposed the spring flowers.

Example

Many people like to expose old floorboards.

Synonyms and related words
uncover strip away strip
3

to deliberately make something publicly known because you believe that it is wrong or illegal

Example

The press helped to expose the appalling living conditions of the farm workers.

Example

The videotape of the meeting exposed him as thoroughly corrupt (=showed that he was corrupt).

Synonyms and related words
announce disclose broadcast
4

to provide someone with the opportunity to experience new ideas, activities, etc. so that they can learn about them

Example

Schools are again exposing children to the classics.

Synonyms and related words
upskill teach train
5

to allow light to reach the film in a camera so that you can take a photograph

Synonyms and related words
blow up capture come out
Definition expose in American English