photography

American  

[fuh-tog-ruh-fee] / fəˈtɒg rə fi /

noun

1. the process or art of producing images of objects on sensitized surfaces by the chemical action of light or of other forms of radiant energy, as x-rays, gamma rays, or cosmic rays.

2. cinematography.

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photography British  

/ fəˈtɒɡrəfɪ /

noun

1. the process of recording images on sensitized material by the action of light, X-rays, etc, and the chemical processing of this material to produce a print, slide, or cine film

2. the art, practice, or occupation of taking and printing photographs, making cine films, etc

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Other Word Forms

• multiphotography noun

Etymology

Origin of photography

First recorded in 1839; photo- + -graphy

Example Sentences

She says the legal guidance on streaming in places like bars and clubs isn't yet completely clear because it's still relatively new - in contrast to the rules around club photography which are well-established.

From BBC

So Cox, who run a small photography business in Utah, and her husband decided to go without traditional insurance for the first time in years, instead opting for a plan that covers emergencies only.

From BBC

The new California Post Alliance is advocating for an incentive that would cover post-production jobs in-state, even if principal photography films elsewhere or the project did not otherwise qualify for the state’s production incentive.

From Los Angeles Times

On the other hand, the theme park is offering an officiant, transportation to and from the Disneyland Resort hotels, light decor and photography.

From Los Angeles Times

As far as I know, the only thing she pays for is the rent on her photography studio.

From MarketWatch