Definition

1. Noun:
   • The act or practice of maintaining a camera in good working condition: This refers to the systematic attention given to a camera to ensure its proper function, longevity, and reliability. It encompasses cleaning, proper storage, handling, and periodic maintenance.

Usage

• Camera care is an essential part of photography. It involves actions taken to prevent damage and preserve the quality of photographic equipment.
• As a compound noun, it is typically used in an uncountable form to describe the general concept or practice.
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Examples

• Noun:
  • The workshop focused on the basics of camera care, including lens cleaning and sensor maintenance.
  • His meticulous camera care routine ensured his vintage film camera remained in perfect condition.
  • Neglecting camera care often leads to expensive repairs.

Advanced Usage

• While "camera care" itself is a fixed compound noun, it can be modified to specify types or aspects of care.
  • preventive camera care
  • professional camera care services

Variants and Related Words

• Camera maintenance (n): A near-synonym often used in more technical contexts, focusing on the mechanical and electronic upkeep.
• Lens care (n): A subset of camera care specifically concerning the maintenance of camera lenses.
• Equipment maintenance (n): A broader term that includes camera care as well as care for other photographic gear.

Synonyms

• Camera maintenance: The upkeep of a camera's operational state.
• Equipment care: General care for technical apparatus, including cameras.

Notes

• "Camera care" is a compound noun. As per the instruction, its definition is provided here as a single lexical unit. It is not typically broken down into separate definitions for "camera" and "care" in this combined, specialized sense.
• There are no direct phrasal verbs or idioms derived from this specific compound term.

Noun

1. keeping a camera in good working order