pocket-camera

A traveler uses a pocket-camera to photograph a historic building.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A small, portable camera: "pocket-camera" refers to a compact camera designed to be carried in a pocket, typically used for casual photography. It is small enough to fit easily into a garment pocket or small bag.
   • A type of point-and-shoot camera: Historically, a "pocket-camera" is a simple, automatic camera with fixed or limited zoom, intended for everyday snapshots rather than professional use.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • She always carried a pocket-camera on her travels to capture spontaneous moments. (A small, portable camera for casual use.)
  • The invention of the pocket-camera made photography accessible to the general public. (A compact camera for everyday photography.)

Advanced Usage

• "to use a pocket-camera": to employ a small camera for convenience or discretion.

  • He used a pocket-camera to take photos at the family reunion without drawing attention. (He employed a compact camera for unobtrusive photography.)

• "pocket-camera photography": the practice of taking photographs with such a camera.

  • Pocket-camera photography is popular among tourists because of its ease of use. (The hobby of using a small camera for travel photography.)

Variants and Related Words

• Pocket (adj): small enough to fit in a pocket.

  • This is a pocket-sized dictionary. (A dictionary small in size.)

• Camera (n): a device for recording visual images.

  • The camera on her phone is of high quality. (The device for taking photos.)

• Pocket-camera (compound noun): the exact target word; no other common variants exist.

Synonyms

• Compact camera: a small, lightweight camera.

  • She bought a compact camera for her hiking trips. (A small camera for portability.)

• Point-and-shoot camera: a simple camera with automatic focus and exposure.

  • Point-and-shoot cameras are ideal for beginners. (A user-friendly camera.)

• Mini camera: a very small camera.

  • The mini camera can be hidden in a button. (A tiny camera for surveillance.)

Related Idioms

• "In your pocket": close at hand or easily accessible.

  • With a pocket-camera, you always have a way to record memories in your pocket. (The camera is readily available.)

• "Pocket-sized": small enough to fit in a pocket.

  • The pocket-camera is a classic example of a pocket-sized device. (A device of small dimensions.)