Definition of "exposed" in English

adjective

1. (usually followed by to) Open (especially to something), unconcealed and/or unprotected (and therefore vulnerable, susceptible).

   • exposed to light; exposed to water; exposed to abuse; exposed to danger
   • an exposed path (trail, etc) up the mountain (one with a drop-off on one or both sides)
   • The monastery perched on an exposed cliff.
   • The soldiers needed to find cover fast. Their current position was very exposed.
   • The bike chain is open and exposed to tough environmental conditions such as temperature changes, humidity, rain, dirt and road salt.
   • exposed beam
   • exposed brick

verb

1. simple past and past participle of expose

   • The film was not exposed to sufficient light.