exposure
/ɪkˈspəʊ.ʒə(ɹ)/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: exposures
Sense 1
Meaning · English
The condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected.
Noun
Examples
Limit your exposure to harsh chemicals.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Lack of protection from weather or the elements.
Noun
Examples
As all of you know, a great tragedy occurred yesterday. Arthur Harcourt died of exposure sometimes in the morning in the woods off Mount Tom Road.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “exposure” mean?
The condition of being exposed, uncovered, or unprotected.
Is “exposure” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.