exposure
Pronunciation: /ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/
The English word “exposure” has 10 meanings listed here.
noun
- The condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected.
- Lack of protection from weather or the elements.
- The act of exposing something, such as a scandal.
- The degree to which an individual, their content, or their brand is seen by the target market or the general public; internet fame.
- The act or condition of being at risk of financial losses.
- That part which is facing or exposed to something, e.g. the sun, weather, sky, or a view.
- An instance of taking a photograph.
- The piece of film exposed to light.
- Details of the time and f-number used.
- The amount of sun, wind etc. experienced by a particular site.
Etymology
From expos(e) + -ure.
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