Wirephoto

B2 16+
  • Frequency of Use
    20 %
  • Retention Rate
    60 %
  • Complexity
    50 %
  • Wirephoto Meanings

    noun a photograph that is transmitted electronically over a wire or cable

    Fields related to Wirephoto

    Journalism

    Wirephotos were used in journalism to quickly transmit photographs over long distances for publication in newspapers and magazines.

    Telecommunications

    In telecommunications, wirephoto technology was used to send images over telephone lines.

    Forensics

    In forensics, wirephotos were used to document crime scenes and evidence.

    Art History

    Wirephotos are sometimes studied in art history as a form of visual communication technology.

    Printing Industry

    Wirephotos were used in the printing industry to reproduce images for publication.

    Military Intelligence

    Wirephoto technology was utilized in military intelligence for the rapid transmission of visual information.

    Historical Archives

    Wirephotos are often found in historical archives as a means of documenting events and news stories visually.

    Occupation Usage of Wirephoto

    Journalist

    Wirephotos are used by journalists to quickly transmit photographs to newspapers and other media outlets for publication.

    Historian

    Historians may use wirephotos as primary sources for studying historical events and moments captured in photographs.

    Archivist

    Archivists may use wirephotos as part of their collection to preserve and document important events and moments in history.

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