Cine

/ˈsɪni/ adjective, noun

Definition

Relating to cinematography or motion pictures; a prefix or standalone word meaning 'cinema' or 'film' (used in British English especially).

Etymology

Short form of 'cinematograph' or from French 'cinéma.' This abbreviated form became popular in mid-20th century British English as a prefix and standalone word for movie-related technologies and equipment.

Kelly Says

The prefix 'cine' reveals how cinema was so revolutionary that it got its own abbreviated vocabulary—'cine-camera,' 'cine-film'—like people couldn't say 'cinema' fast enough.

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