English to English Dictionary

Cinema

A theater where movies are shown for public entertainment.

Cinema Production

The process of creating a film, including all stages from development to distribution.

Cinematic

Relating to motion pictures or the art and production of films.

Cinematograph

An early motion picture camera, projector, and printer all in one, invented by the Lumière brothers.

Cinematographic

Relating to motion pictures or the art and technique of filmmaking.

Cinematography

The art or technique of motion-picture photography.

Cinephile

A passionate enthusiast or devotee of motion pictures and cinema art.

Cipher

A secret or disguised way of writing; a code used to encrypt and decrypt confidential messages.

Circadian

Happening or recurring at approximately 24-hour intervals, especially in reference to biological processes.

Circle

A round plane figure whose boundary consists of points equidistant from the center.

Circle the wagons

To unite closely in order to defend a group or common interest against external criticism, opposition, or threat.

Circlet

A small circular band or ring, often used as an ornament or piece of jewelry.