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Definition of photosnext
plural of photo
as in photographs
a picture created from an image recorded on a light-sensitive surface by a camera an album of wedding photos

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verb

present tense third-person singular of photo
as in pictures
to take a photograph of photoed the historic mansion for a decorating magazine

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Recent Examples of photos
Noun
There’s also an option to add photos inside the locket, and gift packaging is available, too, which makes the whole gifting process even easier. Jeaneen Russell, PEOPLE, 21 Apr. 2026 The neo-bluegrass musician took to social media Monday to post photos of himself laid up in a hospital bed, along with multiple X-rays of the nuts and bolts now holding his leg together. Chris Willman, Variety, 20 Apr. 2026 Notably, the actual Statue of Liberty is featured in both photos. Asher Notheis, The Washington Examiner, 13 Apr. 2026 Take photos of the damage, get names of crew members who assist, and file a claim as soon as possible. Christopher Elliott, Mercury News, 13 Apr. 2026 The exes have reunited multiple times since then, even auctioning off wedding photos as part of Miami Art Basel in 2016. Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 13 Apr. 2026 The complaint includes photos in which a person — identified in the document as Moreno-Gama — is shown striking the glass doors of an office building with a chair. Jared Perlo, NBC news, 13 Apr. 2026 Click here for more photos of the London home. Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 13 Apr. 2026 The living room is spacious, the dappled light in the listing photos is appealing, and the oversize windows offer skyline views down West End Avenue. Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 13 Apr. 2026
Verb
The family photos on the wall are more than just decorations here. Mary Lebus, Cincinnati Enquirer, 15 Dec. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for photos
Noun
  • Today, in the context of this historic event, the artist presents a series of unpublished photographs from that session with Vanity Fair.
    Gustavo Egusquiza, Vanity Fair, 21 Apr. 2026
  • As first reported by The Art Newspaper, the gift spans centuries, from 16th-century ceramics to textiles, photographs, wooden objects, prints, and archival material tied to Rivera and his circle.
    Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 21 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • More pics can be seen above and below.
    Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Apr. 2026
  • See pics from both events below.
    Christine Imarenezor, VIBE.com, 14 Apr. 2026
Noun
  • Duke Gardens provides a gorgeous backdrop for family snapshots, portraits, and engagement photos.
    Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Being able to take snapshots and video by looking at anything is convenient, but even the best AI glasses don't come close to the picture quality of midrange smartphones.
    Will Greenwald, PC Magazine, 9 Apr. 2026

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