Time-lapse
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtaɪmˌlæps/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Time-lapse is an adjective meaning A film or video using this technique.
Meaning
A film or video using this technique.
More Meanings
- (photography) Of or relating to a technique in which exposures are taken at fewer intervals than usual so that, on playback, a naturally slow process may be viewed at an accelerated pace.
Example Sentences
Operation London Bridge, also from 1975, tells the story of the busy station's redevelopment. Cutting neatly from the barrow boys of Borough Market to an aerial view of Borough Market Junction, the film uses time lapse photography to show the congestion rife in the area during the morning rush hour.
Word Forms
- time-lapses
- timelapse
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include interval, animated, slow-motion, rapid, hypertemporal, rapatronic.
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