expose someone or something to someone or something
to show someone or something to someone or something. You should not expose the children to violent movies at their age.Do not expose the film to the light.
expose something(or oneself) to someone or something
to disclose someone's or something's secrets to someone or a group. He exposed his inner thoughts to everyone there.She refused to expose herself to the ears of the curious and ceased talking.He exposed himself to the public when he revealed his involvement in the arms sale.