Exposition

noun/eks-puh-ZISH-un/

Meaning

The part of a story that explains the background and sets the scene.

In context
A clear exposition helps readers understand the story before the action starts.

Remember it

Exposition = ex (out) + posit (place) — it places the background out in the open at the start.

Use it well

Use for the opening that sets up a story, or for a clear explanation of an idea.