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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

Words nearby framing

frameshift, frameshift mutation, frame story, frame-up, framework, framing, framing chisel, Framingham, framing square, Fran, franc
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Words related to framing

fabricate, mold, enclose, erect, construct, sketch, concoct, outline, prepare, devise, formulate, shape, draw up, manufacture, fashion, raise, form, institute, mount, back

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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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