aperture
noun
An opening, hole, or gap; the variable opening in a lens that controls light; a space through which light passes.
Etymology
From Latin apertura meaning "an opening," from aperire (to open), from ab- (away) + parire (to bring forth).
Examples in Use
- 1.
"The camera's aperture settings affected the depth of field."
- 2.
"Light streamed through a small aperture in the cave wall."
- 3.
"The telescope's large aperture allowed it to gather more starlight."
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Fun Fact
In photography, aperture is measured in f-stops. Counterintuitively, a larger aperture (more light) has a smaller f-number. f/1.4 lets in much more light than f/16.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (A, P, E, R, T, U, R, E)
Scrabble Value: 10 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "AP" at the start of words.
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