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Zoom: meaning, definitions and examples

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[ zuหm ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

video conferencing

A software application that allows users to meet virtually through video and audio communication. It is commonly used for online meetings, webinars, and virtual social gatherings.

Synonyms

video conferencing software, virtual meeting platform

Examples of usage

  • We had a Zoom meeting with the team.
  • The webinar will be conducted via Zoom.
  • She joined the virtual party on Zoom.
  • Zoom has become a popular platform for remote work.
  • I'll send you the Zoom link for the meeting.
Context #2 | Verb

to focus on a specific subject

To concentrate or focus on a particular subject, often by using a magnifying glass or a camera lens. It can also refer to the act of making something appear larger or clearer.

Synonyms

enlarge, focus on, magnify

Examples of usage

  • I need to zoom in on this detail.
  • The camera operator will zoom in on the actor's face.
  • Let's zoom in on the important points of the presentation.
  • She used the magnifying glass to zoom in on the tiny text.
  • The satellite can zoom in to capture detailed images.

Translations

Translations of the word "zoom" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคผเฅ‚เคฎ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ zoom

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะทัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚บใƒผใƒ 

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท zoom

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ zoom

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์คŒ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุชูƒุจูŠุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zoom

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zoom

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ผฉๆ”พ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ aรฐdrรกttur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะทัƒัƒะผ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒฃแƒ›แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ zoom

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ zoom

Etymology

The word 'zoom' originated in the early 20th century as an onomatopoeic term imitating the sound of something moving quickly. It was first used in the context of cameras and lenses to describe the action of moving closer to a subject or making it appear larger. With the rise of video conferencing technology, 'Zoom' became a household name in the 21st century, synonymous with virtual meetings and online communication.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,201, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.