Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
kinematograph
noun
/ˌkɪn.əˈmæt.ə.ɡrɑːf/
Definition
A device used for recording and displaying motion pictures.
Examples
- The invention of the kinematograph revolutionized the entertainment industry.
- Early kinematographs were hand-cranked, making them fascinating to operate.
- Many classic films were created using the kinematograph in its early stages.
Meaning
The term kinematograph refers to both the motion picture projector and the camera used in filmmaking.
Synonyms
- motion picture camera
- film projector
- cinematograph
