expo

noun

ex·​po ˈek-(ˌ)spō How to pronounce expo (audio)
plural expos
Synonyms of exponext
: exposition sense 3

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Examples of expo in a Sentence

many of the bigger expos won't fit into the city's relatively small civic center
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The expo is a free, two-day event where runners can pick up their bibs. — AJC.com, 30 June 2026 Take home one of the reptiles or amphibians as a pet or get supplies for your current ones at this large expo show. — Hema Sivanandam, Mercury News, 8 June 2026 In the foreground, Tom's expo credential lanyard hangs from a chain link fence. — Matt Cabral, Entertainment Weekly, 1 June 2026 The expo is free and open to all ages, and attendees can get 50% off regular museum admission. — Abby Hamblin, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for expo

Word History

First Known Use

1913, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of expo was in 1913

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“Expo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/expo. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.

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