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backlit

/ˈbæk.lɪt/

backlightverb

backlit

Past Simple

backlighted

Past Simple

backlighted

Past Participle

backlighting

Gerund

/ˈbæk.laɪt/

Translations

The photographer decided to backlight the subject to create a silhouette effect.

Фотограф решил подсвечивать объект, чтобы создать эффект силуэта.

Additional translations

контрово освещатьфото, кино; освещать объект сзади

Definitions

To illuminate from behind, often to create a silhouette or highlight the subject.

The photographer decided to backlight the model to create a dramatic effect.

Synonyms

shine on

light up

backlightnoun

Definitions

A light source placed behind a subject or object, especially in photography or cinematography, used to create depth or a halo effect.

The photographer used a backlight to create a halo effect around the model.

A light source placed behind a display screen, such as in LCDs, to improve visibility and contrast.

The laptop's backlight made it easier to read the screen in bright sunlight.

backlightadjective

Definitions

Relating to or lit by a backlight; used attributively for a device, display, keyboard, or screen with rear illumination.

The laptop’s backlight keyboard made typing in the dark easier.