Captioned: meaning, definitions and examples

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captioned

 

[ ˈkΓ¦pΚƒΙ™nd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

visual media

Captioned refers to a visual media element, such as a video or image, that includes text annotations or explanations. These captions provide additional context, describe the visuals, or translate spoken dialogue into written form, making the content accessible to a broader audience, including those with hearing impairments.

Synonyms

annotated, labeled, subtitled.

Examples of usage

  • The film was captioned for the hearing impaired.
  • I prefer watching captioned videos for better understanding.
  • All lectures are captioned for online students.

Etymology

The term 'captioned' derives from the noun 'caption', which originated in the late Middle Ages from the Latin word 'capitia', meaning 'head' or 'heading'. This originally referred to a title or heading placed above a text, specifically in the context of manuscript captions used to describe or summarize the content that followed. Over time, 'caption' evolved to encompass the broader use of providing explanatory text for various forms of media, including film and photography. The adjective form 'captioned' emerged as a way to describe works that include these descriptive texts. The use of captioning has expanded significantly with technological advancements, as captions play a crucial role in accessibility for deaf and hard-of-hearing individuals, and in enhancing comprehension in multilingual settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,109, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.