Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
papping
verb
/ˈpæp.ɪŋ/
Definition
The act of taking informal or candid photographs of someone, typically celebrities or public figures, often without their consent.
Examples
- The photographer spent the afternoon papping various celebrities as they enjoyed their day out.
- She felt uncomfortable with the constant papping from paparazzi during her vacation.
Meaning
Papping refers to the practice of photographers capturing unposed, often spontaneous photos of individuals, especially those in the public eye.
Synonyms
- Photographing
- Snapping
- Capturing
