selfie

[ sel-fee ]

noun

, Informal.

1. a photograph taken with a smartphone or other digital camera by a person who is also in the photograph, especially for posting on a social media website:

   celebrities sharing selfies on Twitter.

Word History and Origins

Origin of selfie¹

First recorded in 2000–05; self none + -ie none

Example Sentences

Scherzinger’s reincarnated Norma Desmond, strutting around the stage with the swagger of an Instagram influencer, must be ready at a moment’s notice for her selfie.

From Los Angeles Times

Jurado tried to make her way to a podium to address the jubilant crowd, but well-wishers kept pulling her aside for selfies or just to stand in her presence.

From Los Angeles Times

But having a little fun is protected by law: You can take a “ballot selfie.”

From Los Angeles Times

But when Vance arrived, he walked past a few supporters waiting to take selfies with him.

From Salon

Coming in a close second is taking a selfie with your ballot and posting it on social media for likes and shares.

From Los Angeles Times