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framing

[ frey-ming ]
/ ˈfreɪ mɪŋ /
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noun
the act, process, or manner of constructing anything.
the act of providing with a frame.
a frame or a system of frames; framework.
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Origin of framing

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; see origin at frame, -ing1
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British Dictionary definitions for framing

framing
/ (ˈfreɪmɪŋ) /

noun
a frame, framework, or system of frames
the way in which something is framed
adjustment of the longitudinal position of the film in a projector gate to secure proper vertical positioning of the picture on the screen
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