Definition

A person who takes photographs as a profession, often using a camera to capture images for various purposes such as journalism, art, or commercial work.

Example

The lensman captured stunning images of the city during the golden hour.

Conversation

I met a really talented lensman at the festival yesterday.

Oh really? What kind of photos does he take?

He specializes in landscape photography, and his work is stunning.

That sounds amazing! I’d love to see some of his photos.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lensman → The word is formed from "lens" (from Latin *lens*, meaning a lentil or a lens, referring to the shape) and "man" (from Old English *mann*, meaning a person). A lensman is a person who uses or works with lenses, typically in photography or optics.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'lens' as a tool that helps focus light, and 'man' simply means a person. So, a lensman is someone who works with lenses.

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