Webcam
(noun)
A camera connected to a computer or the internet that allows live streaming or recording of images or video.
Origin:
A blend of the words 'web' meaning 'the world wide web' and 'camera' meaning 'a device used to take still or moving pictures'.
Examples:
- The webcam allowed her to have video calls with her family even when she was travelling.
- With the webcam, he was able to conduct virtual job interviews from the comfort of his home.
- The webcam was mounted on the computer monitor for easy access.
- The webcam's high-resolution lens provided clear and detailed images.
- The webcam's plug-and-play design made it simple to set up and use.