Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

polaroid

noun
/ˈpəʊlərɔɪd/
Definition
A type of photographic print that develops instantly after being exposed.
Examples
  • She took a polaroid of her friends at the party.
  • The polaroid developed in seconds, showing a perfect image of the sunset.
  • He loves the retro feel of polaroid pictures.
Meaning
Refers to a brand of instant camera and the photographs it produces, which allow images to be seen almost immediately after taking a picture.
Synonyms
  • instant photo
  • instant print
  • snapshot