non-photographic
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/nɒnˌfoʊtəˈɡræfɪk/
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/nɒnˌfəʊtəˈɡræfɪk/
not related to photography
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-photographic' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and 'photographic' from Greek 'phōtós' meaning 'light' and 'graphé' meaning 'drawing'.
Historical Evolution
'non-photographic' combines the prefix 'non-' with 'photographic', which evolved from the Greek 'phōtós' and 'graphé' through Latin and French influences.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'not related to photography', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not related to or involving photography.
The artist's work is non-photographic, focusing on abstract forms.
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Last updated: 2025/01/25 01:06