Exhbn

/ɛksˈɪbɪʃən/ (abbreviation) noun

Definition

An abbreviation or shorthand for 'exhibition,' often used in catalogs, invitations, or condensed writing.

Etymology

A modern abbreviation formed by taking the first three letters and the last two letters of 'exhibition,' following common English abbreviation patterns used in art and commerce.

Kelly Says

This abbreviation reveals how the art world uses compressed language—'exhbn' signals insider knowledge, which is why galleries and museums use it to save space on invitations!

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