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flash photography

American  

noun

  1. photography using a momentary flash of artificial light as a source of illumination.


flash photography British  

noun

  1. photography in which a flashbulb or electronic flash is used to provide momentary illumination of a dark or insufficiently lit subject

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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In addition to inflammatory comments directed at sporting personalities, authorities have also criticised fans who cheer loudly or use flash photography during matches, and those who profit by selling memorabilia signed by athletes.

From BBC ● Aug. 7, 2024

Documentary-style flash photography, usually taken in dark spaces, illuminates figures we all recognize — from the dudes of Daft Punk, to Pharrell and Nigo or the star skater with his own Nike.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 20, 2024

I had a happy childhood, but I was one of those anxious kids—I was terrified of flash photography, fireworks, and cats, among other things.

From Slate ● Feb. 10, 2022

She reminded other onlookers not to use flash photography, or approach the owl too closely, lest the bird feel startled or threatened — good practices for viewers observing any bird of prey.

From Seattle Times ● Jan. 10, 2022

Even the National Gallery in Washington, D.C., with paintings by Rembrandt and Van Gogh, allows flash photography.

From Washington Times ● Mar. 28, 2016

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