Film ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Film ( noun )

1. A thin layer or coating.
2. A thin flexible strip of celluloid or other material coated with light-sensitive emulsion for exposure in a camera, used to produce photographs or motion pictures.
3. A motion picture.
4. A thin layer of soft material used to protect a surface or to wrap something.

Origin:

Late 19th century: shortening of photographic film, later influenced by german film.

Examples:

1. She applied a thin film of lotion to her skin.
2. He developed the film after taking the pictures.
3. The film won several awards at the film festival.
4. She wrapped the vase in a film of bubble wrap.
5. The scientist was studying the film of oil on the water.

(As a verb)

Film ( verb )

1. A thin layer or coating.
2. A thin flexible strip of celluloid or other material coated with light-sensitive emulsion for exposure in a camera, used to produce photographs or motion pictures.
3. A motion picture.
4. A thin layer of soft material used to protect a surface or to wrap something.

Origin:

Late 19th century: shortening of photographic film, later influenced by german film.

Examples:

1. She applied a thin film of lotion to her skin.
2. He developed the film after taking the pictures.
3. The film won several awards at the film festival.
4. She wrapped the vase in a film of bubble wrap.
5. The scientist was studying the film of oil on the water.