zoom
UK: zuːm | US: zuːm
vi. to move or travel very quickly
vi. (of a camera) to adjust the lens to magnify or reduce the apparent size of an object
n. a continuous humming sound
n. a rapid upward movement or increase
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The word zoom originated in the late 19th century as an onomatopoeic term, imitating the sound of something moving swiftly or a humming noise. It was later adopted in photography and cinematography to describe the rapid adjustment of a lens to magnify or reduce an image. The modern usage, especially in digital contexts (e.g., "Zoom meetings"), extends this idea of rapid visual or virtual movement.
The car zoomed past us on the highway.
She zoomed in to get a closer look at the tiny details.
The drone made a loud zoom as it ascended.
Stock prices zoomed after the company announced record profits.
During the online class, the teacher asked everyone to zoom out for a group photo.