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Definition exposure in American English

exposure noun

noun
/ɪkˈspoʊʒər/
1

the state of being put into a situation in which something harmful or dangerous might affect you

Example

radiation exposure

Example

Even a small amount of exposure to the midday sun can cause burning.

Synonyms and related words
risk hazard menace
2

the act of making something publicly known because you believe that it is wrong or illegal

Example

a reporter famous for his exposure of corruption within the government

3

things that are written or said about a person, product, event, etc. that make them well-known

Example

Both candidates are getting a lot of exposure in the press.

Synonyms and related words
fame renown celebrity
4

the harmful effect of very cold weather on your body

Example

Two of the climbers died of exposure.

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acidity acne ADD
5

the act of allowing something that was covered or hidden to be seen

Example

the exposure of the old carvings

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uncover strip away strip
6

the act of providing someone with the opportunity to experience new ideas, activities, etc.

Example

the children's exposure to new ideas

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teaching education training
7

the amount of film used for taking one photograph

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analogue camera aperture ASA
7.1

the amount of time that you allow light to reach the film in a camera when taking a photograph

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analogue camera aperture ASA
8

the direction in which a room, building, hill, etc. faces

Example

a southern exposure

Synonyms and related words
geo- position direction
Definition exposure in American English