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Barndoor Definition & Meaning

barndoor
noun
  1. an opaque adjustable flap on a lamp fixture; used in photography to cut off light from particular areas

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What does barndoor mean?
an opaque adjustable flap on a lamp fixture; used in photography to cut off light from particular areas
What part of speech is barndoor?
Barndoor is a noun.

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