exposure (EN)

noun

noun “exposure”

1. the condition of being unprotected from something harmful or unpleasant
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   People should limit their exposure to the sun to prevent skin damage.
2. the act of revealing something secret or dishonest
   The newspaper's exposure of the company's illegal activities shocked the public.
3. the amount of financial risk a person or organization has
   The bank reduced its exposure to high-risk loans after the crisis.
4. the condition of experiencing or being introduced to new ideas or environments
   Studying abroad offers great exposure to different cultures and languages.
5. (photography) the amount of light allowed to reach the film or sensor when taking a photograph
   The photographer adjusted the exposure to capture the scene perfectly.
6. the direction that something faces, such as a building or window
   Their house has a southern exposure, making it warm and sunny all day.
7. harm caused by being in severe weather without protection
   The stranded climbers were at risk of exposure in the freezing temperatures.
8. the act of showing something that is expected to be hidden (such as genitals)
   He was arrested for indecent exposure.