What does FOLEY mean?

Foley

Part of Speech: Noun

Definition: Sound effects added in post-production to enhance the audio quality of a film, television show, or other media production.

Pronunciation (US): /ˈfoʊli/

Pronunciation (UK): /ˈfəʊli/

Origin and Usage: The term "foley" comes from Jack Foley, a sound editor who popularized the technique in the early days of film. Foley artists use various objects and materials to create sound effects that match the actions on screen. The term is commonly used in the film and television industry, but can also refer to sound effects used in other forms of media.

Synonyms: Sound effects, audio effects, post-production sound, sound design.

Related Words: Audio, sound, music, track, noise.

Example Sentences:

• The foley artist added the sound of footsteps to the scene to make it more realistic.
• The director was impressed by the foley work on the film and praised the sound team.
• The foley effects in the horror movie were so realistic that they made the audience jump in their seats.