Squibbing: meaning, definitions and examples

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squibbing

 

[ หˆskwษชbษชล‹ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

explosive device

A squib is a small explosive device used to create a special effect, often in film and television. It can produce a burst of smoke, fire, or other visual elements to simulate explosions or gunfire. Squibbing can also refer to the act of using these devices in a production.

Synonyms

detonator, firecracker, pyrotechnic.

Examples of usage

  • The squib exploded on cue, creating a dramatic effect.
  • They used squibbing to simulate gunfire in the action scene.
  • The film's budget allocated a significant amount for squibbing effects.
Context #2 | Verb

performing effects

To squib is to perform the action of using squibs in a production, typically to enhance visual effects. This technique is often used by special effects teams to bring a heightened sense of realism to dramatic scenes.

Synonyms

detonate, explode, ignite.

Examples of usage

  • The crew squibbed the scene to make it more explosive.
  • He was responsible for squibbing during the shoot.
  • They planned to squib the building collapse for maximum impact.

Translations

Translations of the word "squibbing" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น explosรฃo controlada

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคงเคฎเคพเค•เคพ เค•เคฐเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Sprengung

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ meledak

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฒะธะฑัƒั…ะฐะฝะฝั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ wybuch

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็ˆ†็™บใ™ใ‚‹

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท explosion

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ explosiรณn

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท patlama

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํญ๋ฐœ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู†ูุฌุงุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ vรฝbuch

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ vรฝbuch

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ˆ†็‚ธ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ eksplozija

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ sprengja

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐั€ั‹ะปั‹ั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒคแƒ”แƒ—แƒฅแƒ”แƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ partlayฤฑลŸ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ explosiรณn

Etymology

The term 'squib' has its origins in the late Middle English period, derived from the word 'squibbe', which meant a small firework or squibber, referencing a small explosive charge. The use of squibs in the context of special effects emerged in the 20th century, particularly with the rise of film and theater production. Squibs became popular due to their ability to create dramatic effects with minimal risk when handled professionally. By the mid-20th century, the term 'squibbing' began to signify the specific technique of employing these devices during filming, and it has since evolved within the film industry to encompass various effects related to explosions, gunfire, and pyrotechnics.