Museum Terminology

noun a public display or demonstration of a skill or quality

verb to show or display something for others to see

adjective used to describe something that is displayed or shown publicly

• The museum will showcase a new exhibit on ancient civilizations.
• Have you seen the exhibit of local artists at the gallery?
• That exhibit was totally lit, bro!
• Her calm demeanor was just an exhibit of her inner strength.

noun a person who visits a place, such as a tourist or guest

• The museum provides guided tours for each visitor to enhance their experience.
• Make sure to greet each visitor with a smile when they arrive.
• Yo, did you see that visitor checking out the new exhibit?
• Every mistake is a visitor, a lesson to be learned from.

noun a lifelike figure made of wax, typically representing a famous person or character

• The museum displayed a new waxwork of a famous historical figure.
• Have you seen the waxwork of the movie star at the museum?
• That waxwork of the celebrity looks so lifelike!
• Her smile was frozen on her face like a waxwork.