camera

A device used for capturing and recording visual images, either as still photographs or moving video sequences.

• 🇨🇳用于捕捉和记录视觉图像的设备，包括静态照片和动态视频。

1. Device for capturing images A1 formal

   An optical device used to record still or moving images, either digitally or on film.

   • She bought a new camera for her trip to Japan.
   • The photographer adjusted the camera settings for the portrait.
   • He forgot to bring his camera to the wedding.

   🇨🇳相机

2. Part of a device A1 informal

   A component of a smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device that captures photos or videos.

   • The camera on my phone takes great pictures.
   • She used the front camera for a selfie.
   • The tablet has a high-resolution camera for video calls.

   🇨🇳摄像头

   同义词: cam

3. Surveillance device B1 formal

   A device used for monitoring or recording activity in a specific area, often for security.

   • The security camera captured the thief on video.
   • Cameras are installed in the parking lot for safety.
   • The bank has cameras in every corner of the lobby.

   🇨🇳监控摄像头

   同义词: webcam

• cameras plural form
• cameras' possessive plural form
• camera's possessive singular form