exposed
/ɛkˈspoʊzd/ · ex.posed
verb
- To reveal, uncover, make visible, bring to light, introduce to. The detective exposed the truth behind the scandal.
- To subject photographic film to light thereby recording an image. The photographer exposed the film for 30 seconds to capture the sunset.
- To abandon, especially an unwanted baby in the wilderness. The mother exposed her newborn in the woods, leaving it to fend for itself.
adjective
- Vulnerable, susceptible. The bike chain is open and exposed to tough environmental conditions such as temperature changes, humidity, rain, dirt and road salt.
Did you know? The word 'exposed' has been used in various contexts, including photography, where it refers to the process of capturing an image on film, and in literature, where it describes the act of revealing a character's true nature.