anamorphic
Americanadjective
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Optics. having or producing unequal magnifications along two axes perpendicular to each other.
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of, relating to, or created by anamorphosis or anamorphism.
adjective
Etymology
Origin of anamorphic
First recorded in 1900–05; anamorph(ism) + -ic
Example Sentences
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The anamorphic stage of the widely distributed and charismatic Xylaria globosa.
From Salon
Shallow focus and wide anamorphic lenses reinforce Mariko as the subject while sweeping overhead shots provide scope and scale.
From Los Angeles Times
And like most things, we do that through the gauzy anamorphic lens of Hollywood.
From Los Angeles Times
First of all, I just really like wide, anamorphic frames.
From Los Angeles Times
I saw him use anamorphic lenses and lighting in ways that I was blown away.
From Salon
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