frame (Meaning)
frame (n)
the framework for a pair of eyeglasses
a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film
alternative names for the body of a human being
(baseball) one of nine divisions of play during which each team has a turn at bat
a single drawing in a comic strip
an application that divides the user's display into two or more windows that can be scrolled independently
a system of assumptions and standards that sanction behavior and give it meaning
the hard structure (bones and cartilages) that provides a frame for the body of an animal
the internal supporting structure that gives an artifact its shape
a structure supporting or containing something
a framework that supports and protects a picture or a mirror
one of the ten divisions into which bowling is divided
frame (v)
enclose in or as if in a frame
enclose in a frame, as of a picture
take or catch as if in a snare or trap
formulate in a particular style or language
make up plans or basic details for
construct by fitting or uniting parts together
frame (v. t.)
To construct by fitting and uniting the several parts of the skeleton of any structure; specifically, in woodwork, to put together by cutting parts of one member to fit parts of another. See Dovetail, Halve, v. t., Miter, Tenon, Tooth, Tusk, Scarf, and Splice.
To originate; to plan; to devise; to contrive; to compose; in a bad sense, to invent or fabricate, as something false.
To fit to something else, or for some specific end; to adjust; to regulate; to shape; to conform.
To cause; to bring about; to produce.
To support.
To provide with a frame, as a picture.
frame (v. i.)
To shape; to arrange, as the organs of speech.
To proceed; to go.
frame (n.)
Anything composed of parts fitted and united together; a fabric; a structure; esp., the constructional system, whether of timber or metal, that gives to a building, vessel, etc., its model and strength; the skeleton of a structure.
The bodily structure; physical constitution; make or build of a person.
A kind of open case or structure made for admitting, inclosing, or supporting things, as that which incloses or contains a window, door, picture, etc.; that on which anything is held or stretched
The skeleton structure which supports the boiler and machinery of a locomotive upon its wheels.
A molding box or flask, which being filled with sand serves as a mold for castings.
The ribs and stretchers of an umbrella or other structure with a fabric covering.
A structure of four bars, adjustable in size, on which cloth, etc., is stretched for quilting, embroidery, etc.
A glazed portable structure for protecting young plants from frost.
A stand to support the type cases for use by the compositor.
A term applied, especially in England, to certain machines built upon or within framework; as, a stocking frame; lace frame; spinning frame, etc.
Form; shape; proportion; scheme; structure; constitution; system; as, a frameof government.
Particular state or disposition, as of the mind; humor; temper; mood; as, to be always in a happy frame.
Contrivance; the act of devising or scheming.
In games: (a) In pool, the triangular form used in setting up the balls; also, the balls as set up, or the round of playing required to pocket them all; as, to play six frames in a game of 50 points. (b) In bowling, as in tenpins, one of the several innings forming a game.
Synonyms & Antonyms of frame
frame Sentence Examples
- The old man's wrinkled face was a roadmap of his long life.
- The gymnast's body was a masterpiece of flexibility and strength.
- The teacher's voice was a gentle breeze that carried knowledge to her students.
- The painting was a window to a distant land, inviting viewers to explore its mysteries.
- The music was a spellbinding symphony that stirred the emotions and captivated the soul.
- The storm was a relentless fury, unleashing its wrath upon the unsuspecting town.
- The author's words were a beacon of hope, illuminating the darkness of despair.
- The surgeon's hands were a delicate touch, skillfully mending the broken fragments of life.
- The scientist's mind was a tireless explorer, forever pushing the boundaries of human knowledge.
- The child's laughter was a contagious melody, spreading joy and innocence throughout the room.
FAQs About the word frame
the framework for a pair of eyeglasses, a single one of a series of still transparent pictures forming a cinema, television or video film, alternative names for
structure, framework, architecture, skeleton, shell, framing,fabric, armature, infrastructure, configuration
heart, center, heart, core,center, core, within, within, interior, middle
The old man's wrinkled face was a roadmap of his long life.
The gymnast's body was a masterpiece of flexibility and strength.
The teacher's voice was a gentle breeze that carried knowledge to her students.
The painting was a window to a distant land, inviting viewers to explore its mysteries.
