double exposure
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noun Photography.
1.
the act of exposing the same film, frame, plate, etc., twice.
2.
the picture resulting from such exposure.
Origin:
1890–95
1890–95
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| double exposure | |
| —n | |
| 1. | the act or process of recording two superimposed images on a photographic medium, usually done intentionally to produce a special effect |
| 2. | the photograph resulting from such an act |
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Double exposure
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Dictionary.com's 21st Century Lexicon
| Main Entry: | double exposure1 |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | two photographic exposures made of a photographic plate or film, which produces ghost images |
| Main Entry: | double exposure2 |
| Part of Speech: | n |
| Definition: | a photograph made in this way |
Example sentences
The effect is not unlike that produced by the trick of double exposure.
The drug peddler is symbolized through double exposure by a hyena, who prowls throughout the scenes in ghostly form.
Double exposure increases effectiveness, but too much signage desensitizes the visitor and may reduce compliance.
The bedroom is quite large with double exposure again allowing light to stream into the unit.
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