film

/fˈɪlm/

/ˈfɪɫm/

Film

a story that we can watch on a screen, like a TV or in a theater, with moving pictures and sound

synonyms : flick

a light-sensitive material that is used for capturing photographic images

a medium that disseminates moving pictures

synonyms : celluloid

a thin coating or layer

a thin sheet of (usually plastic and usually transparent) material used to wrap or cover things

to film

MAIN VERB

to capture or record moving images, typically using a camera or video recording device

synonyms : shoot

record in film

Examples

1. The film caught a cold over the outstanding debt.

2. The film faithfully follows Shakespeare's plot.

3. The cinema near my house shows classic films every Thursday.

4. The film received lavish praise from critics for its groundbreaking visual effects, compelling storyline, and outstanding performances.