Film
/ˈfɪlm/
Definitions
- (n.) A series of images recorded on a strip of material, used especially for motion pictures or photography, recognized as a subject of copyright.
The defendant was accused of infringing the copyright of the film.
- (n.) A thin layer or coating, sometimes referring to residue or substance relevant in evidence or property law contexts.
The forensic report noted a film of residue on the surface.
Forms
- film
- films
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Commentary
In legal texts, 'film' often relates to intellectual property rights concerning audiovisual works; differentiating between the medium and the content is key for copyright issues.
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