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Film (Noun)

Meaning¹

A thin coating or layer; "the table was covered with a film of dust".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Hypernyms

Physical Object

Meaning²

A form of entertainment that enacts a story by sound and a sequence of images giving the illusion of continuous movement; "they went to a movie every Saturday night"; "the film was shot on location".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

The film was a box office hit and grossed millions worldwide.
Film critics praised the director's use of visual effects to enhance the story.
The couple spent their evening watching a romantic film together.
The film was shot on location in Italy and showcased the country's beautiful scenery.
The museum held a retrospective exhibit on the works of the classic film director.

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Film (verb)

Meaning³

A medium that disseminates moving pictures; "theater pieces transferred to celluloid"; "this story would be good cinema"; "film coverage of sporting events".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Examples

The old film reel was dusty and worn from years of storage in the attic.
She decided to pursue a degree in film and began making her own short movies in college.
The film industry has been rapidly changing in recent years with the rise of streaming services.
His documentary film premiered at a major film festival and received critical acclaim.
The museum is dedicated to preserving and showcasing important cultural artifacts on film.