frame (A2)
noun
Pronunciation: /freɪm/
Definition
A border or structure, often made of wood or metal, that surrounds and holds a picture, mirror, or window.
Examples
She put the photograph in a silver frame.
The window frame was old and rotten.
He bought a new frame for his favorite painting.
How to Use frame
- frame for (prepositional phrase)
- To be accused or blamed for something, often falsely. — "He was framed for a crime he did not commit."
- in frame (collocation)
- Part of a picture or scene. — "The cat was just in frame for a second."
- out of frame (collocation)
- Not part of a picture or scene. — "The actor walked out of frame during the shot."
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