Lens
noun
A piece of glass or other transparent substance with curved sides for focusing or spreading light rays.
She used a magnifying lens to examine the tiny text.
Often appears as...
- camera lens
- magnifying lens
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Technical
noun
The light-gathering device of an optical instrument, such as a camera or telescope.
The astronomer adjusted the lens on his telescope to get a better view of the stars.
Often appears as...
- camera lens
- telescope lens
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Technical
noun
A transparent structure behind the cornea of the eye that focuses light onto the retina to create images.
Due to cataract, her lens had become foggy and had to be replaced with an artificial one.
Often appears as...
- eye lens
- contact lens
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Technical
noun
A way of looking at and thinking about something.
Using a feminist lens, she examined the role of women in the novel.
Often appears as...
- through the lens of
- applying a lens
noun
A piece of glass or other transparent substance with curved sides for focusing or spreading light rays.
She used a magnifying lens to examine the tiny text.
Often appears as...
- camera lens
- magnifying lens
Usage tips
Technical
noun
The light-gathering device of an optical instrument, such as a camera or telescope.
The astronomer adjusted the lens on his telescope to get a better view of the stars.
Often appears as...
- camera lens
- telescope lens
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A transparent structure behind the cornea of the eye that focuses light onto the retina to create images.
Due to cataract, her lens had become foggy and had to be replaced with an artificial one.
Often appears as...
- eye lens
- contact lens
Usage tips
Technical
noun
A way of looking at and thinking about something.
Using a feminist lens, she examined the role of women in the novel.
Often appears as...
- through the lens of
- applying a lens
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Optics Context
Remember 'lens' refers to physical objects that affect light in science or photography.
The lens on his glasses helps him see clearly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neutral Term
'Lens' is value-neutral, meaning it doesn't have a positive or negative connotation.
I need a new lens for my camera before the trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Interchangeability
A 'lens' can usually be changed or adjusted, especially in cameras or glasses.
Could you swap the telephoto lens for a wide-angle one?
Pro Tip 1/3Optics Context
Remember 'lens' refers to physical objects that affect light in science or photography.
The lens on his glasses helps him see clearly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neutral Term
'Lens' is value-neutral, meaning it doesn't have a positive or negative connotation.
I need a new lens for my camera before the trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Interchangeability
A 'lens' can usually be changed or adjusted, especially in cameras or glasses.
Could you swap the telephoto lens for a wide-angle one?
Pro Tip 1/3Optics Context
Remember 'lens' refers to physical objects that affect light in science or photography.
The lens on his glasses helps him see clearly.
Pro Tip 2/3Neutral Term
'Lens' is value-neutral, meaning it doesn't have a positive or negative connotation.
I need a new lens for my camera before the trip.
Pro Tip 3/3Interchangeability
A 'lens' can usually be changed or adjusted, especially in cameras or glasses.
Could you swap the telephoto lens for a wide-angle one?
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Filming the Kung Fu...
filming i've done because every shot you capture you feel like you've seen something new you've seen something you have that no one's seen before um and you're welcome into a world that we're not usually part of and to look down the lens and see it you know see the scene as if it was a scene from game of thrones
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Why is glass transparent?...
and are absorbed, which is why you can't get a suntan through glass. This amazing property of being both solid and transparent has given glass many uses throughout the centuries. From windows that let in light while keeping out the elements, to lenses that allow us to see both the vast worlds beyond our planet,
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Upgrading management...
our research for the dakota company we were encouraged to see a whole new wave of innovation companies taking inspiration from the consumer landscape and pulling it into the workplace collectively what all these companies are doing is actually shifting the data lens inward to better enable and empower
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How miscommunication...
fully sharing thoughts and feelings. As humans, we can't help but send and receive messages through our own subjective lenses. When communicating, one person expresses her interpretation of a message, and the person she's communicating with hears his own interpretation of that message.
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The wacky history of...
is said to have come up with the first compound microscope, along with the first telescope. Both claims are often disputed, as apparently he wasn't the only bored guy with a ton of glass lenses to play with at the time. Despite this, the microscope soon became a hot item
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A curable condition that...
the lack of a lens would leave the patient's vision out of focus. Despite its low success rate, and high risk of infection or injury, couching is still performed in some parts of the world. Later procedures would also focus on removing the cloudy lens,
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How do glasses help us...
But many people develop refractive errors, either during childhood as their eyes are growing, or in later life as their eyes age. Imperfections in the cornea and lens cause refracted light to be focused in front of or behind the retina,
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Is war between China and...
it will provide a lens for helping you look through the news and noise of the day to understand what's actually going on. So, to the most consequential question about our world
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Solar Beast PIPE Doomsday...
level he needs a rare magnifying lens in mint condition there we go so we're after right there all right so let's see how this lens looks got a sheet of acrylic
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Sir David Attenborough...
leatherback can grow to shawnee and that's correct leatherbacks can grow to two thousand pounds that's a big tooth lens hard work paid off
Video examples
Filming the Kung Fu...
filming i've done because every shot you capture you feel like you've seen something new you've seen something you have that no one's seen before um and you're welcome into a world that we're not usually part of and to look down the lens and see it you know see the scene as if it was a scene from game of thrones
Video examples
Why is glass transparent?...
and are absorbed, which is why you can't get a suntan through glass. This amazing property of being both solid and transparent has given glass many uses throughout the centuries. From windows that let in light while keeping out the elements, to lenses that allow us to see both the vast worlds beyond our planet,
Video examples
Upgrading management...
our research for the dakota company we were encouraged to see a whole new wave of innovation companies taking inspiration from the consumer landscape and pulling it into the workplace collectively what all these companies are doing is actually shifting the data lens inward to better enable and empower
Video examples
How miscommunication...
fully sharing thoughts and feelings. As humans, we can't help but send and receive messages through our own subjective lenses. When communicating, one person expresses her interpretation of a message, and the person she's communicating with hears his own interpretation of that message.
Video examples
The wacky history of...
is said to have come up with the first compound microscope, along with the first telescope. Both claims are often disputed, as apparently he wasn't the only bored guy with a ton of glass lenses to play with at the time. Despite this, the microscope soon became a hot item
Video examples
A curable condition that...
the lack of a lens would leave the patient's vision out of focus. Despite its low success rate, and high risk of infection or injury, couching is still performed in some parts of the world. Later procedures would also focus on removing the cloudy lens,
Video examples
How do glasses help us...
But many people develop refractive errors, either during childhood as their eyes are growing, or in later life as their eyes age. Imperfections in the cornea and lens cause refracted light to be focused in front of or behind the retina,
Video examples
Is war between China and...
it will provide a lens for helping you look through the news and noise of the day to understand what's actually going on. So, to the most consequential question about our world
Video examples
Solar Beast PIPE Doomsday...
level he needs a rare magnifying lens in mint condition there we go so we're after right there all right so let's see how this lens looks got a sheet of acrylic
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Sir David Attenborough...
leatherback can grow to shawnee and that's correct leatherbacks can grow to two thousand pounds that's a big tooth lens hard work paid off
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Erik Spoelstra
American Coach
I think it's gonna take a sincere empathy and compassion for people of all races, to really reflect and process on the true history of the black community in this country. The history has been filled with incredible oppression and we really have to acknowledge that, to start to change the lens of how we see true equality.
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Brene Brown
American Author
Normally, when someone we love is turning away from a struggle, we self-protect by also turning away. That's definitely my first response. I think change is more likely to happen if both partners have common language and a shared lens to see problems.
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Julie Plec
American Producer
An actor's only perception is of their character, and they're looking at one piece. A writer is looking at the entire story. They're going to see things that the writer didn't see because they're only looking through their lens.
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Kevin Systrom
American Businessman
It helps to see the world through a different lens, and that's what we wanted to do with Instagram. We wanted to give everyone the same feeling of discovering the world around you through a different lens.
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Gavin Hood
South African Director
When you're used to looking through a stills lens and you have to capture an emotional moment, and that picture is not moving and yet it has to have impact, I think that's the first influence on my style.
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James Wan
Australian Producer
If I have to point to something specific with the way I move my camera, I love to do it with a wide lens. I like to show you as much of the space as I can, even if I'm following a character.
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Justin Lin
American Director
When I go on set, it's very important, the lenses I choose, what I choose to frame or not frame and that's how I make my movies.
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Henry Lau
Canadian Singer
Each language is a different lens from through which you view the world. So, learn as much as you can!
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Joe Gebbia
American Designer
Design has always been a driving force in my life: it's the lens through which I experience the world.
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Peter Carey
Australian Novelist
Australia is my lens. I cannot see the world any other way.
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Erik Spoelstra
American Coach
I think it's gonna take a sincere empathy and compassion for people of all races, to really reflect and process on the true history of the black community in this country. The history has been filled with incredible oppression and we really have to acknowledge that, to start to change the lens of how we see true equality.
Quote examples
Brene Brown
American Author
Normally, when someone we love is turning away from a struggle, we self-protect by also turning away. That's definitely my first response. I think change is more likely to happen if both partners have common language and a shared lens to see problems.
Quote examples
Julie Plec
American Producer
An actor's only perception is of their character, and they're looking at one piece. A writer is looking at the entire story. They're going to see things that the writer didn't see because they're only looking through their lens.
Quote examples
Kevin Systrom
American Businessman
It helps to see the world through a different lens, and that's what we wanted to do with Instagram. We wanted to give everyone the same feeling of discovering the world around you through a different lens.
Quote examples
Gavin Hood
South African Director
When you're used to looking through a stills lens and you have to capture an emotional moment, and that picture is not moving and yet it has to have impact, I think that's the first influence on my style.
Quote examples
James Wan
Australian Producer
If I have to point to something specific with the way I move my camera, I love to do it with a wide lens. I like to show you as much of the space as I can, even if I'm following a character.
Quote examples
Justin Lin
American Director
When I go on set, it's very important, the lenses I choose, what I choose to frame or not frame and that's how I make my movies.
Quote examples
Henry Lau
Canadian Singer
Each language is a different lens from through which you view the world. So, learn as much as you can!
Quote examples
Joe Gebbia
American Designer
Design has always been a driving force in my life: it's the lens through which I experience the world.
Quote examples
Peter Carey
Australian Novelist
Australia is my lens. I cannot see the world any other way.
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