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photography

Photography is primarily used as an uncountable noun when referring to the art, science, or profession as a whole. When talking about specific types of photos, people often use the word 'photographs' or 'photos' instead. For example, you would say "I enjoy photography" (the hobby), but "I took ten photographs" (the individual images).

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, David is at his desk while Brian is in the server room.
David Smith

I'm thinking of pivoting my side hustle into architectural photography. Thoughts?

David Smith
Brian
Brian

Cut it out, Dave. Just finish the spreadsheets.

💡
David uses corporate jargon like 'pivoting' and 'side hustle' to describe a hobby, while Brian's dismissive phrase 'cut it out' (meaning stop doing that) highlights his grumpy personality and lack of patience for David's ambitions.

Meanings

noun

The art, process, or occupation of taking and processing photographs.

"She decided to study digital photography at the local college to improve her composition skills."

noun

The production of images by means of chemical reactions or electronic sensors reacting to light.

"The history of photography began with the invention of the daguerreotype in the 19th century."

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