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Technicality

nounPronunciation: /ˌtɛk.nɪˈkæl.ə.ti/

In Portuguese: Técnica

Creativity & Learning

What does “Technicality” mean?

The state or quality of being technical, demanding precise operational knowledge and meticulous execution. In studio photography, it refers to mastery of optics, lighting, and exposure.

Etymology

Formed from technical and the suffix -ity. Technical comes from Greek tekhnikos, "of or pertaining to art, skill, or craft", from tekhnē, "art, craft, method". The abstract noun names the quality of being technical, or a minor procedural detail in a rule or law.

Synonyms

precision
expertise

Word family

technical
technically
technique
technician

Rhymes with

reality
mentality
vitality
formality

Usage examples

Ever since then, I have been faithfully following Keith’s work and he never ceases to impress me with the technicality of his photos, the composition of his photoshoots, and the beautiful colors and light of his post-production.

Source editions

Where this entry comes from in the Agency editorial.

Creative.8 - Keith RomanowskiJuly 24, 2023Read the edition

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Sawhorsenoun: A four-legged wooden or metal trestle frame used to support lumber during sawing or to hold makeshift table surfaces. In photo studios, sawhorses serve as versatile modular tables.
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