camera

/ˈkæmrə/
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A device used to take photographs or record moving images.

Examples

  • The phone has two cameras on the back.
  • Did you bring your camera on the trip?
  • She took a photo with her camera.
  • A security camera watched the entrance.
  • Please do not point the camera at me.

Similar words

photo camera
video camera

Meanings

Image recording device

noun
technology
neutral
A device that takes photographs or records moving pictures.

Examples

  • She took a photo with her camera.
  • The phone has two cameras on the back.
  • Please do not point the camera at me.
  • A security camera watched the entrance.
  • Did you bring your camera on the trip?

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Etymology

FAQ

What is a camera?

It is a device for taking photographs or recording video.

Can a phone have a camera?

Yes. Many phones have one or more built-in cameras.

Is camera countable?

Yes. You can say one camera or several cameras.

What does a security camera do?

It records images of a place, often for safety.

Can a camera record video?

Yes. Many cameras can record moving images as well as still photographs.

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