expozice

Expozice is a Czech noun with several related meanings in cultural, technical, and linguistic contexts. It is often translated as "exhibition," "display," "exposure," or "exposition," depending on the field.

In museums and galleries, expozice refers to the display or arrangement of artifacts and artworks that are presented to the public. It can describe a single exhibit as well as the program of a temporary or permanent collection.

In photography and printing, expozice denotes exposure—the amount of light reaching a photographic film or digital sensor. The level of expozice determines brightness and contrast and is controlled by shutter speed, aperture, and ISO.

In literature, film, and academic writing, expozice means exposition, the portion of a work that provides necessary background information about setting, characters, and prior events.

Etymology: Expozice derives from Latin expositus via French exposition, related to English exposition, exposure. In Czech, it has specialized senses across arts, science, and media.

See also: Exposition, Exhibition, Exposure.