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displayed

American  
[dih-spleyd] / dɪˈspleɪd /

adjective

Heraldry.
  1. (of a bird) represented with wings and legs spread.

    an eagle displayed.


Other Word Forms

  • undisplayed adjective
  • well-displayed adjective

Etymology

Origin of displayed

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English; display + -ed 2

Example Sentences

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The team displayed uncommon grit as well, going to overtime an NHL-record 33 times.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Although the physical robots moved more slowly and less precisely than the simulated agents, they displayed the same overall patterns.

From Science Daily • Apr. 15, 2026

The federal government reversed its decision, allowing the rainbow Pride flag to be displayed at Stonewall National Monument.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Wainwright has previously displayed his handiwork at events for charity, and discovered that blind people have loved to feel the large items next to the normal sized ones.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

The flag is folded into the shape of a triangle and displayed in a glass case.

From "The Sea in Winter" by Christine Day