Definition

1. Noun:
   • A person or organization that displays items publicly: An exhibitor is someone who organizes and presents objects, artworks, products, or information in a public setting, such as a museum, gallery, trade show, or fair, for others to view.

Examples of Usage

• Noun:
  • The museum's main exhibitor this month is a famous contemporary artist.
  • Each exhibitor at the science fair had a booth to demonstrate their project.
  • The film festival welcomed exhibitors from over twenty countries.

Advanced Usage

• "Lead exhibitor": The primary or most prominent person or organization displaying items at an event.

  • The lead exhibitor at the auto show unveiled a revolutionary new concept car.

• "Independent exhibitor": An exhibitor who operates without being part of a larger corporation or network, often used in the context of film or art.

  • The festival is known for showcasing films from independent exhibitors.

Variants and Related Words

• Exhibit (verb/noun): To show or display; an item or collection shown publicly.

  • The gallery will exhibit new paintings next week. (verb)
  • The dinosaur skeleton is the museum's most popular exhibit. (noun)

• Exhibition (noun): A public display of items, such as works of art or industrial products.

  • The photography exhibition attracted thousands of visitors.

Synonyms

• Display organizer: One who arranges a public showing.
• Presenter: One who presents something for viewing.
• Showcase organizer: One who coordinates a display intended to highlight the best features of something.

Related Phrases

• "To act as an exhibitor": To perform the role of someone who displays items.
  • Our company will act as an exhibitor at the international tech conference.

Related Idioms

• "To wear the exhibitor's hat": To take on the responsibilities or perspective of someone who is organizing a display. (Note: This is a less common, contextual idiom based on professional roles.)
  • When planning the booth, you need to wear the exhibitor's hat and think about what will attract visitors.

Noun

1. someone who organizes an exhibit for others to see