kinetoscope
noun /kɪ'nitə,skoʊp/
- Definition
- a device invented by Edison that gave an impression of movement as an endless loop of film moved continuously over a light source with a rapid shutter; precursor of the modern motion picture
- Example
- He tried to understand the true meaning of 'kinetoscope'.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
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Proper Noun
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Rare
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Archaic
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Obsolete
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Slang
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Vowels
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