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framing

UK
/ˈfreɪmɪŋ/
US
/ˈfreɪmɪŋ/
framingnoun
framings
pl
Translations
charpenteConstruction; l'ossature porteuse d'un bâtiment.
The framing of the new house was completed in just a few weeks.
La charpente de la nouvelle maison a été achevée en quelques semaines.
encadrementPour un tableau, une image ou tout élément entouré par un cadre.
The framing of the picture was elegant and complemented the artwork beautifully.
L'encadrement du tableau était élégant et mettait magnifiquement en valeur l'œuvre.
cadrageManière de présenter ou de formuler une question, un débat ou une idée.
The framing of the debate question was crucial in swaying public opinion.
Le cadrage de la question du débat a été crucial pour influencer l'opinion publique.
Additional translations
montageSens juridique ou policier; accusation fabriquée, mise en cause mensongère.
Definitions
The act, process, or manner of constructing a frame.
The framing of the new house was completed in just a few weeks.
A structure that provides shape or support, especially one that outlines or encloses something.
The framing of the picture was elegant and complemented the artwork beautifully.
The way in which something is presented or expressed, often to influence perception.
The framing of the debate question was crucial in swaying public opinion.
The act of falsely implicating someone in a crime; a setup.
He claimed his conviction was the result of deliberate framing by corrupt officers.
Synonyms
structure
framework
construction
skeleton
outline
configuration
design
shape
framingadjective
more framing
Comp.
most framing
Super.
Attributive use of the noun (e.g., “framing hammer”) treated as an adjective.
Translations
de charpenteEmploi technique en construction.
Framing nails are thicker and longer than finishing nails.
Les clous de charpente sont plus épais et plus longs que les clous de finition.
Definitions
Relating to, used in, or suitable for constructing frames.
Framing nails are thicker and longer than finishing nails.
Synonyms
structural
framework
formative
constructive
contextualizing
encasing
enclosing
surrounding
mounting
setting
framinggerund / present participle
UK
/ˈfreɪ.mɪŋ/
US
/ˈfreɪ.mɪŋ/
Used attributively to describe materials or elements employed in making a frame.
Translations
de charpenteEmploi technique en construction.
Framing lumber must be strong enough to bear the roof load.
Le bois de charpente doit être assez solide pour supporter la charge du toit.
Definitions
Serving or intended to frame something; related to the construction of frames.
Framing lumber must be strong enough to bear the roof load.
Synonyms
constructing
building
assembling
erecting
structuring
contextualizing
positioning
phrasing
wording
shaping
setting
encasing
mounting
bordering
supporting
frameverb

framing

ing-form

framed
Past Simple
framed
Past Participle
framing
ing-form
UK
/freɪm/
US
/freɪm/
Translations
construireConstruire en assemblant les éléments d’une structure; emploi surtout pour le bâtiment.
The carpenter will frame the house before winter sets in.
Le charpentier construira la maison avant l’arrivée de l’hiver.
formulerExprimer ou présenter clairement une idée, un plan ou un argument.
She framed her argument carefully to persuade the committee.
Elle a formulé son argument avec soin pour convaincre le comité.
encadrerMettre dans un cadre ou entourer comme dans un cadre.
He decided to frame the photograph to hang it on the wall.
Il a décidé d’encadrer la photographie pour l’accrocher au mur.
faire accuser à tortSens de falsification ou de piège visant à incriminer quelqu’un.
The detective discovered that the suspect had been framed for the crime.
Le détective a découvert que le suspect avait été fait accuser à tort du crime.
Additional translations
charpenterTerme du bâtiment, surtout pour monter la charpente d’une maison.
piégerPlus courant dans la langue générale pour dire qu’on tend un piège à quelqu’un.
Definitions
To construct by fitting and uniting the parts of a structure.
The carpenter will frame the house before winter sets in.
To formulate or articulate a plan, concept, or argument.
She framed her argument carefully to persuade the committee.
To enclose in or as if in a frame.
He decided to frame the photograph to hang it on the wall.
To contrive or devise falsely, especially with the intent to incriminate someone.
The detective discovered that the suspect had been framed for the crime.
Synonyms
construct
formulate
shape
design
establish
create
devise
fashion
Antonyms
acquit
exonerate
clear
dismantle
demolish
destroy
disassemble
undo
framenoun
Definitions
A rigid structure that surrounds or encloses something such as a door or window.
The window frame was made of sturdy oak wood.
A basic structure that underlies or supports a system, concept, or text.
The frame of the novel was carefully constructed to support the complex plot.
A single complete picture in a series forming a cinema, television, or video film.
The editor reviewed each frame to ensure the film's continuity.
The human body, especially with regard to its size or build.
Despite his slender frame, he was surprisingly strong.
A rigid border or case surrounding a picture or photograph.
She chose an ornate silver frame for the portrait.
A single round, inning, or unit of play in certain games such as ten-pin bowling, snooker, or billiards.
He bowled a spare in the final frame to win the match.
A block of data transmitted as a single unit across a network at the data-link layer.
The router discarded the corrupted Ethernet frame.
frameadjective
Definitions
Made chiefly of a wooden framework; having a frame construction.
They lived in a charming frame cottage near the lake.
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