Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
foley
noun
/ˈfoʊli/

Definition
Foley refers to the reproduction of everyday sound effects that are added to films, videos, and other media in post-production to enhance audio quality.

Examples
- In the movie, the foley added to the footsteps made the scene feel more realistic.
- The team spent hours recording foley sounds for the action sequences.
- Foley artists play a crucial role in the film industry’s post-production process.

Meaning
The term comes from sound effects artist Jack Foley, who pioneered the technique of creating sound effects in sync with the actions on screen.

Synonyms
- Sound effects
- Audio effects
- Post-production sound