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talking picture

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noun

  1. Older Use. a motion picture with accompanying synchronized speech, singing, etc.

Etymology

Origin of talking picture

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

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The first talking picture, “The Jazz Singer,” starred Al Jolson as a cantor’s son who wanted to go pop.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 26, 2024

On Tuesday, Amazon introduced a smart thermostat, talking picture frame and even a rolling robot — each of which you operate primarily through Amazon’s Alexa assistant.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 2, 2021

I felt like I had just witnessed the first talking picture.

From The Guardian • May 15, 2020

Then take in a movie at The State Theater — the first in Michigan to show a talking picture — which animates downtown.

From New York Times • Jul. 26, 2018

Another moving and talking picture was under way.

From Guy Garrick by Reeve, Arthur B. (Arthur Benjamin)

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