Photoing: meaning, definitions and examples

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photoing

 

[ ˈfoʊtoʊɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

taking pictures

Photoing is the act of capturing images using a camera or a device that has photography capabilities. It involves composing a shot, adjusting settings, and clicking the shutter to record a moment. Although often associated with professional photography, anyone can engage in photoing with a smartphone or a simple camera. This term is a colloquial choice for the more technical verb 'photographing', which carries a broader context in the art and science of photography.

Synonyms

capturing, photographing, shooting.

Examples of usage

  • I spent the afternoon photoing the landscape.
  • She enjoys photoing her travels.
  • He was photoing the event for social media.

Translations

Translations of the word "photoing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 fotografiação

🇮🇳 फोटो लेना

🇩🇪 Fotografieren

🇮🇩 memotret

🇺🇦 фотографування

🇵🇱 fotografowanie

🇯🇵 写真を撮ること

🇫🇷 photographie

🇪🇸 fotografía

🇹🇷 fotoğraf çekme

🇰🇷 사진 찍기

🇸🇦 التصوير

🇨🇿 fotografování

🇸🇰 fotografovanie

🇨🇳 摄影

🇸🇮 fotografiranje

🇮🇸 myndataka

🇰🇿 фотосуретке түсіру

🇬🇪 ფოტოგრაფირება

🇦🇿 foto çəkmək

🇲🇽 fotografía

Etymology

The word 'photoing' derives from the root 'photo-', which comes from the Greek word 'phōtos' (φως), meaning light, and 'graphy' (γραφή), which is derived from 'grapho' (γράφω) meaning to write or draw. The combination of these roots reflects the fundamental principles of photography, which is literally 'writing with light'. The verb 'to photograph' has been in use since the early 19th century, suggesting the invention of the camera and the practice of capturing images on sensitive surfaces. The informal term 'photoing' appears to have emerged later, likely in the context of casual or amateur photography. This highlights the democratization of photography with the advent of smartphones and easy-to-use cameras, where individuals casually engage in capturing moments in their lives.