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Panoramic Shot

/pəˈnɔːr.ə.mɪk ʃɒt/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A wide-angle photograph or film that captures a broad view of a scene.

    "The photographer took a panoramic shot of the mountain range at sunrise."
  2. 2

    A specific technique in photography or cinematography that involves capturing a wide field of view.

    "Using a panoramic shot, the director was able to showcase the vastness of the desert landscape."

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The term 'panoramic' derives from the Greek word 'panorama', meaning 'all views', which was first used in the late 18th century to describe a wide view of a landscape. 'Shot' in this context refers to a photograph or film taken in a single exposure, originating from the Old English 'sceot', meaning 'to shoot'.

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