Film Definition

film
noun
  1. a form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement; "they went to a movie every Saturday night"; "the film was shot on location"
  2. a medium that disseminates moving pictures; "theater pieces transferred to celluloid"; "this story would be good cinema"; "film coverage of sporting events"
  3. photographic material consisting of a base of celluloid covered with a photographic emulsion; used to make negatives or transparencies
  4. a thin coating or layer; "the table was covered with a film of dust"
  5. a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things
verb
  1. make a film or photograph of something; "take a scene"; "shoot a movie"
  2. record in film; "The coronation was filmed"

"Film" in song lyrics

See how film is used in real songs:

  • "Matinee theme where music meets film"
    Black Knights f/ Gemini — Almighty Black Knights
  • "Photography is like a movie film"
    Black Market Militia — Paintbrush
  • "Quickly I re-entered my realm, documentary film"
    Bless 1 — Works

Usage tips for "film"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "film" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for film to find words that pair well.

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