ring light
ring light noun: a continuous circular strip of light around a camera lens (either directly on the rim or as a standalone item) for the purpose of evenly illuminating the subject.
Noun
ring light (plural ring lights)
- A continuous circular strip of light around a camera lens (either directly on the rim or as a standalone item) for the purpose of evenly illuminating the subject.
- So-called selfie ring lights have been big business. “A small ring light will help to lift the complexion and bring radiance to counteract any shadows that may appear,” says Hayley Hall, a beauty influencer who has a YouTube channel and more than 27,000 Instagram followers.2020 April 24, Ellie Violet Bramley, quoting Hayley Hall, “Let there be light: the new must-have for celebrities in lockdown”, in The Guardian
- Ring lights have long been used by photographers and, more recently, social media stars to improve their appearance. They reduce shadows and offer a more uniform glow.2020 May 18, Jordan Novet, “How the ring light became a must-have for recording videos under quarantine”, in CNBC
- Synonyms:
- ring lamp
Synonyms of ring light
Forms of ring light
| plural | ring lights |
|---|---|
| alternative form | ringlight |
| alternative form | ring-light |
Questions about ring light
- What does ring light mean?
- Ring light means a continuous circular strip of light around a camera lens (either directly on the rim or as a standalone item) for the purpose of evenly illuminating the subject.
- What part of speech is ring light?
- Ring light is a noun.
- What is the plural of ring light?
- The plural of ring light is ring lights.
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