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development (of film)
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. development (of film)
  2. 2. photographic processing
  3. 3. Photographic processing
The process of developing photographic film to produce visible images, typically using chemical processing. With the rise of digital cameras, this word is less common in daily life but still used in photography contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I asked, "This film is expired — can it still be developed?"

Sentence 2

Even if some shots don't turn out, you won't know until you develop them.

Sentence 3

There's still a film development sign near the intersection.

Sentence 4

I was planning to drop off a bunch of film for developing over the weekend, but I fell asleep.

Sentence 5

"Show me the developed photos!" my friend said, leaning in eagerly.