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Foreground
01
the part of a scene, photograph, etc. that is closest to the observer
What is "foreground"?
Foreground is the part of a scene, painting, or image that appears closest to the viewer. It often includes the main subjects or objects that are meant to be the focus of the visual work. By drawing attention to these important details, the foreground helps create depth and perspective in art and photography, contrasting with the background, which is further away.
Examples
He placed an old truck tire in the foreground to add visual interest and texture against the snow-covered field behind it.
The out-of-focus trees in the foreground serve to softly separate the midground from the photogenic mountains framing the valley.
02
(computer science) the part of the screen display that is currently in use and accessible to the user
Examples
He switched the browser to the foreground to check his email.
The text editor was brought to the foreground so she could type.
to foreground
01
move into the foreground to make more visible or prominent
Examples
The photographer foregrounded the flowers to make them stand out in the picture.
The director foregrounded the main actor by adjusting the lighting.
02
to give prominence or importance to something
Transitive: to foreground sth
Examples
The director chose to foreground the protagonist's inner conflict to add depth to the storyline.
In her speech, she foregrounded the importance of education in achieving social equality.
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