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montage

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Definition of montage

noun

[mass noun]
  • the technique of selecting, editing, and piecing together separate sections of film to form a continuous whole: montage was a useful device for overcoming the drawbacks of silent film [as modifier]:montage sequences
  • [count noun] a sequence of film made using the technique of montage:a montage of excerpts from the film
  • the technique of producing a new composite whole from fragments of pictures, text, or music: the art of montage in theatre and film [count noun]:a montage of photographs

Origin:

early 20th century: French, from monter 'to mount'

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