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framing

American  
[frey-ming] / ˈfreɪ mɪŋ /

noun

  1. the act, process, or manner of constructing anything.

  2. the act of providing with a frame.

  3. a frame or a system of frames; framework.


framing British  
/ ˈfreɪmɪŋ /

noun

  1. a frame, framework, or system of frames

  2. the way in which something is framed

  3. adjustment of the longitudinal position of the film in a projector gate to secure proper vertical positioning of the picture on the screen

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Etymology

Origin of framing

late Middle English word dating back to 1400–50; frame, -ing 1

Example Sentences

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That’s another option: If she needs a car to work, this can be a way to leverage it — similar to how you’re framing “starting” a business.

From MarketWatch

The film’s claustrophobic framing, paired with a locked-down camera, quickly creates a clammy unease.

From Los Angeles Times

He has started framing its seizure as the final fulfillment of the 1945 postwar settlement—a victory he notes the U.S. and Chinese people achieved as allies in the defeat of imperial Japan.

From The Wall Street Journal

Go through the account activity together, framing it as a routine check rather than accusing him of being foolish or incompetent.

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Members of the Huarpe community were involved throughout the research process, contributing to interpretation and narrative framing.

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