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Photo-Booth

/ˈfoʊ.təʊ buːθ/
nounCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A small, enclosed space equipped with a camera and a means for taking photographs, typically used for passport photos or fun snapshots.

    "At the party, everyone lined up to take silly pictures in the photo-booth."
  2. 2

    A vending machine-like structure that allows individuals to take self-portraits or group photos.

    "The photo-booth at the carnival was a hit, providing instant prints for everyone."

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The term 'photo-booth' combines 'photo', derived from the Greek 'photos' meaning 'light', and 'booth', which comes from the Old English 'bōð' meaning 'shelter'. The concept evolved in the early 20th century with the advent of portable photography, leading to the modern automated photo booths we see today.

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