framing

noun

fram·​ing ˈfrā-miŋ How to pronounce framing (audio)

Examples of framing in a Sentence

the framing of the debate will consist of a predetermined order of turns and follow-up comments
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And Muir's not the only one who takes advantage of strategic camera framing. Kyler Alvord, People.com, 18 June 2025 The binary framing—fossil fuels vs. renewables—is outdated. Brent Gleeson, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025 Is the problem Auckland being here to start with, or FIFA’s framing of the tournament? Jordan Campbell, New York Times, 16 June 2025 Ozu has a unique way of staging and framing, especially for children, alternating wide shots and close-ups to convey emotion. Kevin Giraud, Variety, 10 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for framing

Word History

First Known Use

1703, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of framing was in 1703

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“Framing.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/framing. Accessed 28 Jun. 2025.

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