What does FRAME mean?

Frame

Part of Speech: Noun, verb

Definition:

• Noun: a rigid structure that surrounds or encloses something, such as a picture or door.
• Verb: to construct or formulate something.

Pronunciations:

• US: /freɪm/
• UK: /freɪm/

Origin and Usage: Frame comes from the Old Norse word "fram" meaning "shape, framework". The noun form of "frame" has been in use since the 14th century, while the verb form has been in use since the 16th century. It is commonly used in the construction industry, art, and photography.

Synonyms:

• Noun: structure, casing, framework, skeleton, chassis
• Verb: design, construct, formulate, create, build

Related Words:

• Image
• Shape
• Build
• Model
• Paint

Example Sentences:

• The carpenter built a wooden frame for the new door.
• She framed her argument in a way that was easy to understand.