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lensman

lensman

1 8.4
A man whose job is taking photos
  • noun
  • /ˈlɛnzˌmæn/
  • Archaic
translation icon : fotógrafo
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Examples

  • This globe-trotting lensman likes to render recognizable objects abstract.

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  • As a renowned lensman, he specializes in portrait photography that tells a story.

  • Grey Lensman says: October 3, 2010 at 3:16 am

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  • Grey Lensman says: October 1, 2010 at 4:09 am

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  • Grey Lensman says: October 1, 2010 at 6:48 AM

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  • Grey Lensman says: October 1, 2010 at 9:31 am

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  • Grey Lensman says: October 3, 2010 at 10:38 am.

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  • The Gray Lensman

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  • The talented lensman captured stunning landscapes during his trip to the mountains.

  • Every major event was documented by the experienced lensman, showcasing his unique style.

Synonyms

photographer
vslensman
534 2.5

A person who takes pictures with a camera, often as a job

is male specific rather than being neutral about gender
photog
vslensman
  • Informal
3 8.8

A person who takes pictures for newspapers or magazines

is more formal and specifies a male professional rather than informal
shootist
vslensman
  • Jargon
1 8.6

A person who takes photos or makes films professionally

focuses on still photography and indicates a male professional
lenswoman
vslensman
9.1

A woman who takes photos for a living

is the same profession but specifies a male person

Surface Forms

lensman singular
lensmen plural

Morphology

lensman = lens + man (transparent) = lens + man

A straightforward compound of 'lens' + 'man' meaning a person who operates or uses a camera lens; the meaning is directly inferable from the parts.

Etymology

Lensman comes from the simple parts lens and man and literally means 'man with a lens'. That's why a lensman is a photographer, a person whose job is taking pictures.