self-display
|self-dis-play|
C1
/sɛlf-dɪˈspleɪ/
showing oneself
Etymology
Etymology Information
'self-display' originates from the combination of 'self,' meaning 'one's own person,' and 'display,' meaning 'to show or exhibit.'
Historical Evolution
'self-display' evolved from the Middle English word 'displayen,' which meant 'to unfold or spread out,' combined with 'self.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'display' meant 'to unfold or spread out,' but in combination with 'self,' it evolved to mean 'showing oneself.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of showing or exhibiting oneself, often to attract attention or admiration.
Her self-display at the party was quite noticeable.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45