Definition

A person who operates a camera, especially for movies or television.

Example

The cameraperson captured stunning footage during the documentary shoot.

Conversation

Did you see the new documentary about wildlife?

Yeah, it was amazing! The cameraperson did a fantastic job capturing everything.

I know, right? It really makes you appreciate their work.

Absolutely! A good cameraperson can make such a difference in storytelling.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Cameraperson → It is formed from "camera" (from Latin *camera*, meaning chamber or room) and "person" (from Latin *persona*, meaning character or individual). The word "cameraperson" refers to an individual who operates a camera, typically in a film or photography context, thus combining the idea of a person working with a chamber or device for capturing images.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'camera' as a device that captures images in a 'chamber' and 'person' as an individual operating it. This helps you remember that a 'cameraperson' is someone who operates a camera.

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