disclosure

American  

[dih-skloh-zher] / dɪˈskloʊ ʒər /

noun

1. the act or an instance of disclosing; exposure; revelation.

2. that which is disclosed; a revelation.

3. Patent Law.  (in a patent application) the descriptive information imparted by the specification claims, drawings, and models submitted.

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disclosure British  

/ dɪsˈkləʊʒə /

noun

1. something that is disclosed

2. the act of disclosing; revelation

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Other Word Forms

• nondisclosure noun
• predisclosure noun
• self-disclosure noun

Etymology

Origin of disclosure

First recorded in 1590–1600; disclose + -ure

Compare meaning

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• disclaimer vs. disclosure

Example Sentences

Granted, studies on Congressional trading have some limitations, most notably that disclosure of the magnitude of trading is reported just in a range rather than set dollar amount.

From MarketWatch

The Convex deal, expected to close in early 2026, will account for 42% of pro forma net asset value, with management committing to greater earnings disclosure, he adds.

From The Wall Street Journal

Scott Kozar, a strategist for the committee, said the group is “focused on supporting policies that strengthen California’s future” and would comply with disclosure laws, but declined to answer further questions.

From The Wall Street Journal

The usual objections to this sort of reform, that full disclosure from these agencies is too costly or risks exposing confidential taxpayer information, already have solutions.

From The Wall Street Journal

The dismissals come after a sharp decline in its share price and disclosure of an overseas legal matter.

From Barron's

Related Words

• acknowledgment
• admission
• confession
• discovery
• exposure
• leak
• publication