photographic
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/ˌfoʊtəˈɡræfɪk/
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/ˌfəʊtəˈɡræfɪk/
related to photographs
Etymology
Etymology Information
'photographic' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'phōtós,' where 'phōs' meant 'light' and 'graphé' meant 'drawing.'
Historical Evolution
'photographic' changed from the French word 'photographique' and eventually became the modern English word 'photographic'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'drawing with light,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to photographs.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or resembling photographs.
The photographic quality of the painting was astonishing.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39