single-medium
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B2
/ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈmiːdiəm/
one medium
Etymology
Etymology Information
'single-medium' originates from the combination of 'single,' meaning 'one,' and 'medium,' referring to a means of communication or expression.
Historical Evolution
The term 'single-medium' evolved from the need to describe works or processes that utilize only one form of media, distinguishing them from 'multimedia' approaches.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'using one medium,' and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
referring to a method or process that utilizes only one medium or channel for communication or expression.
The artist's work is a single-medium painting, using only oil on canvas.
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