photo

UK: ˈfəʊtəʊ | US: ˈfoʊtoʊ

Definition

  1. n. a photograph or photographic image

  2. n. (informal) short for "photograph"

Structure
photo <light>
Etymology

The word "photo" originates from the Greek root phōs (genitive phōt-), meaning "light." It entered English via French photo, an abbreviation of photographie ("photography"), which combines photo<light> + graphie<writing/drawing>. The term reflects the scientific process of capturing light to create images. Over time, "photo" became a standalone noun in English, colloquially replacing "photograph."

Examples

  1. She took a photo of the sunset.

  2. The old photo album was filled with memories.

  3. Can you send me the photo via email?

  4. He framed his favorite photo and hung it on the wall.

  5. The museum displayed a rare photo from the 19th century.