bracketing

[ brak-i-ting ]

noun

1. a series of brackets.
2. framework for supporting a cove, cornice, plaster ceiling ornament, etc.

bracketing

/ ˈbrækɪtɪŋ /

noun

1. a set of brackets
2. photog a technique in which a series of test pictures are taken at different exposure levels in order to obtain the optimum exposure

Word History and Origins

Origin of bracketing¹

First recorded in 1815–25; bracket + -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Night Mode, for example, is an automatic bracketing feature that helps you nail low-light images.

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"Saucy kippers," she called them both, bracketing King Charles with the roving Samuel.

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Very few insignia include the maker's name or initials, but when they do, bracketing within a definite period is relatively easy.

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They held grimly to the course of the Earth ship, bracketing it like an official guard.

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It tapered up into bracketing ears, supporting gingery eaves.

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There was a pause before Craig Tau looked out, deep lines of weariness bracketing his mouth, etched between his eyes.

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