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celluloid

/ˈsɛljʊlaɪd/ noun · British & US
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What does celluloid mean?

noun

A material used in the manufacture of film, photographic plates, and other items, made from a mixture of cellulose, nitric acid, and camphor. It is also used to describe a type of early film stock.

Example

"The old movie was shot on celluloid film, giving it a nostalgic feel."

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