photograph

Definition

  • noun: a picture made by a camera
  • noun: a picture or likeness obtained by 'photography'
  • verb: to take a photograph of (someone or something)
  • verb: to take a photograph of
  • synonyms: photo, print, catch

Examples

  • The man's 'photograph' was on the front page of the paper. = A 'photograph' of the man was on the front page of the paper.

  • The exhibit included videos as well as 'still photographs'. [=ordinary photographs that are not videos, movies, etc.]

  • He 'photographs' well. [=he looks good in photographs; he is photogenic]

Movie quotes

  • (..) to respond even if asked. This is merely an informal inquiry. Where did you get these? The source of these photographs is also a part of our investigation. I see. They were sent anonymously. Sir, I'd like to tell you that this is completely groundless, (..)
    1997 G.I. Jane