display

verb

• put (something) in a prominent place in order that it may readily be seen:the palace used to display a series of tapestries a notice was displayed in the booking office
• show (data or an image) on a computer, television, or other screen: pressing the F1 key will display a help screen
• give a clear demonstration of (a quality, emotion, or skill):both players displayed a great deal of spirit
• [no object] (of a male bird, reptile, or fish) engage in a specialized pattern of behaviour that is intended to attract a mate: she photographed the peacock, which chose that moment to display

noun

• 1a performance, show, or event staged for public entertainment:a display of fireworks [as modifier]:an aerobatic display team
• a collection of objects arranged for public viewing:the museum houses an informative display of rocks [mass noun]:the latest in computer gadgetry was on display
• a clear demonstration of an emotion, skill, or quality:a hint of malice underlay his display of concern
• [mass noun] the conspicuous exhibition of one’s wealth; ostentation:every clansman was determined to outdo the Campbells in display
• a specialized pattern of behaviour by the males of certain species of birds, reptiles, and fish that is intended to attract a mate:the teal were indulging in delightful courtship displays
• [mass noun] Printing the arrangement and choice of type in a style intended to attract attention.

• 2an electronic device for the visual presentation of data or images:the colour display now costs £400
• [mass noun] the process or facility of presenting data on a computer screen or other device: the processing and display of high volumes of information
• the data or images shown on a computer screen or other device: the user may wish to see the previous few words as handwriting before the display changes