fast motion

noun

Cinematography.

1. action that appears to move faster than normal on the screen, accomplished by filming the action at less than normal speed in the camera and then projecting it at normal speed.

fast motion

noun

1. films action that appears to have occurred at a faster speed than that at which it was filmed Compare slow motion

Word History and Origins

Origin of fast motion¹

First recorded in 1910–15

Quiz

Q: Fill in the blank: "Salchipapas" is a portmanteau of the Spanish words for ______ and ______.

• salt and potatoes
• sausage and French fries
• sardines and French fries

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