Word display arrange something or a collection of



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Word: display arrange something or a collection of things so that it can be seen by the public. Pronunciation : Br. E /dɪˈspleɪ Word form : display (n) + display (V) Collocation: • display something (to somebody) to put something in a place where people can see it easily; to show something to people. { She displayed her bruises for all to see}. • display something to show signs of something, especially a quality or feeling. {I have rarely seen her display any sign of emotion}. display something (of a computer, etc. ) to show information. {The screen will display the username in the top right-hand corner}. Synonym : Showing Example: I witnessed a rare display of affection between them.
Word: utility a service that is used by the public, such as an electricity or gas supply or a train service. Pronunciation : Br. E /dɪˈspleɪ Word form : utility (n) + utility (adj) Collocation: a service provided for the public, for example an electricity, water or gas supply. { the administration of public utilities}. that can be used for several different purposesan all-round utility player (= one who can play equally well in several different positions in a sport) Synonym : usefulness - purposes. Example: The utility of this substance has been proven in a series of tests.
Word: presumption {the act of believing that something is true without having any proof} Pronunciation : Br. E /prɪˈzʌmpʃn Word form : presumption (n)+ presume (v) +presumably (adv) Collocation: something that is thought to be true or probable { {There is a general presumption that the doctor knows best}. presume something to accept something as true or existing and to act on that basis {The course seems to presume some previous knowledge of the subject}. Used to say that you think that something is probably true. { I couldn't concentrate, presumably because I was so tired}. Synonym : guesses. Example: Presumably you’ll be leaving the children at home. .