lens
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
A curved piece of glass or plastic used to focus light, found in glasses, cameras, and microscopes.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "She switched to a wider _____ to fit the whole building in the shot."
Answer: lens
In your own words, what does "lens" mean?
A curved piece of glass or plastic used to focus light, found in glasses, cameras, and microscopes.
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