展
unfold; display; postpone; surname
Meanings
5 senses · 22 examplesverb
to unfold; to open; to stretch out
Used for physical objects, facial expressions, or extending limbs.
He stretched out his stiff muscles after sitting for a long time.
The bird spread its wings and flew into the sky.
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She finally unknitted her furrowed brows.
The tailor laid out the fabric to cut it.
He stretched out his arms to embrace spring.
verb
to put into practice; to display one's talent
Used for abilities, plans, or skills that are put into action.
He was completely stumped by the difficult situation.
This young designer finally got a chance to showcase their talent.
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He fully demonstrated his abilities in the new project.
Without the right platform, he couldn't show his strength.
The team showed their strength and won the championship in the competition.
verb
to postpone; to extend a deadline
formalUsed for deadlines, payment dates, or scheduled events.
The company decided to postpone the deadline for this project.
The bank agreed to extend his loan repayment deadline.
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Due to weather conditions, the flight was delayed.
The school postponed the final exam dates.
He applied to extend the deadline for submitting his graduation thesis.
verb
to exhibit; to display at a show
Used for artworks, products, or cultural relics shown to the public.
This famous painting will be exhibited in Shanghai.
The museum is holding a preview exhibition event.
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Her paintings were included in the city art exhibition.
The tech exhibition showcased multiple latest smart devices.
This exhibition displays old photos from a hundred years ago.
noun
Zhan (surname)
A common Chinese surname.
Mr. Zhan is a new colleague at our company.
I know a calligrapher with the surname Zhan.