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afterroll

|af-ter-roll|

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/ˈæftərˌroʊl/

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/ˈɑːftəˌrəʊl/

subsequent film roll

Etymology
Etymology Information

'afterroll' originates from English, combining 'after' meaning 'subsequent to' and 'roll' referring to a roll of film or footage.

Historical Evolution

'afterroll' was formed by combining the words 'after' and 'roll' in modern English.

Meaning Changes

Initially, it referred to any roll occurring after the main sequence, and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Noun 1

a secondary or subsequent roll, often referring to a roll of film or footage taken after the main sequence.

The director decided to use the afterroll for the closing credits.

Synonyms

Last updated: 2025/05/26 23:51