Definition & Meaning of "take a picture"in English

to take a picture

PHRASE

to use a device like a camera or cellphone to capture an image of something or someone

to [take] a picture definition and meaning

Collocation

Examples

I took a picture of the stunning sunset at the beach.

She takes photos of wildlife during her nature hikes.

take a picture

take a picture, it (will last|lasts) longer

take a picture

SENTENCE

said to angrily ask a person to stop staring at one

Humorous

Idiom

What is the origin of the idiom "take a picture" and when to use it?

The precise origin of the idiom "take a picture" is not documented in detail. This phrase has likely developed informally in everyday language over time as a playful and witty response to situations involving prolonged staring or intense observation. It is used to humorously suggest that capturing a moment in a photograph is more appropriate than continued staring.

Examples

Hey old man, take a picture, it lasts longer.

Hey! I see you gaping at me over there. Take a picture, it'll last longer!