Outtake: meaning, definitions and examples

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outtake

 

[ ˈaʊtˌteɪk ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

film production

An outtake refers to a portion of film or video that has been removed during the editing process. This could be due to errors, unwanted footage, or simply because the scene did not fit within the final cut. Outtakes can reveal bloopers, alternative takes, or additional content that was not included in the official release. Often, outtakes are shared with audiences as a form of entertainment, showcasing the lighter moments during production.

Synonyms

blooper, bloopers, cut scene, deleted scene

Examples of usage

  • The DVD features hilarious outtakes from the filming.
  • The director decided to include some outtakes in the blooper reel.
  • Fans enjoyed watching the outtakes after the movie premiere.
Context #2 | Noun

general

In a broader sense, an outtake can also refer to something that has been excluded from a larger body of work or discussion. This could include excerpts from a speech, parts of a report, or elements from a presentation. Outtakes serve to highlight content that, while not included in the final version, can still provide valuable insights or entertainment.

Synonyms

excerpt, exclusion, omission

Examples of usage

  • The report had several interesting outtakes that were omitted.
  • She shared outtakes from her interview during the meeting.
  • Outtakes from the lecture added depth to the class material.

Translations

Translations of the word "outtake" in other languages:

🇵🇹 extração

🇮🇳 बाहर निकालना

🇩🇪 Entnahme

🇮🇩 pengambilan

🇺🇦 вилучення

🇵🇱 wyjęcie

🇯🇵 アウトテイク

🇫🇷 extrait

🇪🇸 extracción

🇹🇷 çıkarma

🇰🇷 아웃테이크

🇸🇦 استخراج

🇨🇿 vyjmutí

🇸🇰 vybratie

🇨🇳 外取

🇸🇮 izvzem

🇮🇸 útgáfa

🇰🇿 шығарып алу

🇬🇪 გამოწერა

🇦🇿 çıxarma

🇲🇽 extracción

Etymology

The term 'outtake' emerged in the early 20th century, originating from the film industry. It combines 'out', indicating exclusion or something that is removed, and 'take', which refers to a recording, particularly in the context of film and video production. The first known usages of the term date back to the 1920s, as film-making techniques were becoming more refined and the need for editing became apparent. Initially, outtakes were used internally within studios for quality control, but as the home entertainment market grew in the late 20th century, outtakes began to be packaged as bonus content in films and television shows. With the rise of video sharing platforms, outtakes have become popular, often serving as a source of humor and engaging content for audiences.