Enlarger: meaning, definitions and examples

Used in the context of darkroom photography to describe a device that projects an image larger than the original negative onto photographic paper. This term is typically used by photographers or hobbyists familiar with developing film photos.

• The new enlarger improved the sharpness of my prints significantly.
• She bought an enlarger for her home darkroom.

Specifically used within the realm of photography. This term makes it clear that the enlarger is intended for photographic purposes, useful in contexts where there might be confusion with other types of enlargers.

• He set up a photo enlarger to work on his latest black-and-white prints.
• Using a photo enlarger, she was able to create detailed enlargements of her photographs.

This term is often used in more general or industrial contexts to describe a device that increases the size of images or documents. It's less specialized and can be understood in non-photographic settings.

• The office recently acquired an enlarging machine for better document reproduction.
• An enlarging machine can help enlarge blueprints for easier reading.