photo session

noun

plural photo sessions
: photo shoot
Instead of a summer 2020 wedding, the couple decided to have a private photo session where they posed for fake wedding photos.Elise Nelson

Examples of photo session in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Already that day, the 59-year-old Scottish actor had filmed a television appearance in the Meatpacking District, posed for two photo sessions and gone for a swim. Juan A. Ramírez, New York Times, 21 Mar. 2024 In her Instagram Story on Saturday, Victoria shared a behind-the-scenes photo of David during the casual family photo session. Esme Mazzeo, Peoplemag, 23 Dec. 2023 This pint-sized tyke gave her best face during a glamour headshot photo session, courtesy of her mother. Grace Gavilanes, Peoplemag, 1 Apr. 2024 The couple also had to choose flowers that could withstand the temperatures, opting for sturdy greenery for outdoor decor, and a silk-flower bouquet for their photo session atop the mountain. Kaitlin Menza, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Mar. 2024 Be sure to check Indiana Comic Con's official website for the latest information or to schedule group photo sessions in advance. The Indianapolis Star, 12 Mar. 2024 The speculation came and went, and Prince William and Princess Kate even released a second, surprise outtake from their photo session with Skinner on Christmas. Janine Henni, Peoplemag, 11 Mar. 2024 After that initial Detroit shoot, Smith continued to accompany their photo sessions with music — only now the playlists were made up entirely of the Queen of Soul’s own songs. Brian McCollum, Detroit Free Press, 10 Mar. 2024 Morgan also created the Cherry Blossom Celebration package that includes a one-hour photo session among the blooms, dinner at the hotel, and a bespoke picnic basket. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 29 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1946, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of photo session was in 1946

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“Photo session.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/photo%20session. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

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