framing

American  

[frey-ming] / ˈfreɪ mɪŋ /

noun

1. the act, process, or manner of constructing anything.

2. the act of providing with a frame.

3. a frame or a system of frames; framework.

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framing British  

/ ˈfreɪmɪŋ /

noun

1. a frame, framework, or system of frames

2. the way in which something is framed

3. 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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Etymology

Origin of framing

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; frame, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

And communication bias is not just about accuracy – it is about content generation and framing.

From Salon

But that framing misses what is happening on the ground.

From Barron's

The figures’ long, elegant fingers are a distinctive feature of Bohemian Gothic art, as are the tight blond curls framing the round faces of Mary, Jesus and the angel.

From The Wall Street Journal

I shared my idea on framing the image; I was shooting it from the bedroom closet to give some depth and he liked it.

From Los Angeles Times

Although the framing of the message isn't so intimate: "On behalf of the Office of Prince Harry and Meghan, Duke and Duchess of Sussex."

From BBC