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lensing

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈlɛn.sɪŋ/

KK: /ˈlɛn.sɪŋ/

noun
Definition

The process of focusing light using a lens, which can create images or magnify objects.


Example

The lensing effect allowed the astronomers to see distant galaxies more clearly.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you heard about the new photography technique called lensing?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read that it can really enhance the focus in photos.
Sloth A
Exactly! It makes the images look so much clearer and sharper.
Sloth B
I should try it out next time I take pictures of the sunset.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
focusing
magnification
refraction
Antonyms
diffusion
dispersal
scattering
verb
Definition

To use a lens to focus or direct light, or to view something through a lens.


Example

The photographer is lensing the scene to capture the perfect shot.


Tense Forms

Past: lensed

Past Participle: lensed


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever tried lensing your photos for better focus?
Sloth B
I haven't, but I've heard it can really improve the quality.
Sloth A
Yeah, it makes a huge difference in how sharp everything looks.
Sloth B
Root Explanation

Lensing → It is formed from "lens" (from Latin "lens", meaning lentil, which refers to the shape of the lens) and the suffix "-ing" (indicating the action or process). The word "lensing" refers to the process of using a lens to focus or manipulate light.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'lens' that helps focus light, and remember that 'lensing' is the action of using that lens.

Visually Confused Words
plenshing
cleansing
leysing
leasing
leaning
plenishing
pleasing
levining
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I should definitely give lensing a shot next time I take pictures!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
focusing
magnifying
viewing
Antonyms
blurring
distorting
obscuring