Photo

Definition

The term "photo" refers to a picture or image captured using a camera. It is a shortened form of the word "photograph," which is derived from processes involving light and chemical or digital means to produce visual representations.

Parts of Speech

• Noun

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfoʊ.toʊ/
• Respelling: FOH-toh

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfəʊ.təʊ/
• Respelling: FOH-toh

Etymology

The word "photo" is derived from the Greek root "phōs," meaning "light," and "graphē," meaning "drawing" or "writing." Its full form, "photograph," was coined in the mid-19th century, and "photo" emerged as an informal abbreviation in the late 19th century.

Derivatives

• Photograph (noun)
• Photographer (noun)
• Photography (noun)
• Photosensitive (adjective)
• Photoshop (noun/verb, informal)

Synonyms

• Picture
• Snapshot
• Image

Antonyms

• None

Usage

The word "photo" is widely used in everyday contexts to refer to pictures captured using a camera. For example: "She took a photo of the sunset," or "The photo album was full of cherished memories."

Related Terms

• Camera: A device used to capture photos.
• Album: A collection of photos or images.
• Editing: The process of modifying a photo for visual enhancement.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A picture taken with a camera: Refers to an image created by capturing light on film or a digital sensor.
  • Example: "He shared a photo of his vacation on social media."
• An informal term for a photograph: Used casually to describe any still image captured by photographic means.
  • Example: "Can you send me the photo of the event?"