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MOS
MOS (phrase) means Filmed or recorded without synchronized sound, often marked on film sets as "MOS". Example: “The director called for an MOS take of the establishing shot.”
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Filmed or recorded without synchronized sound, often marked on film sets as "MOS".
"The director called for an MOS take of the establishing shot."
How to use MOS
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA filmmaking term meaning "no sound was recorded for this shot".
When to use it
Technical film-production jargon, rarely used outside that industry.
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The director called for an _____ take of the establishing shot.
Etymology
Film industry jargon of disputed origin, long used to mark shots recorded without sound.
Frequently asked questions
What does “MOS” mean?
The word “MOS” means filmed or recorded without synchronized sound, often marked on film sets as "MOS". In plain terms, a filmmaking term meaning "no sound was recorded for this shot".
How do you use “MOS” in a sentence?
Here is “MOS” used in a sentence: “The director called for an MOS take of the establishing shot.”
What part of speech is “MOS”?
“MOS” is a phrase.
Is “MOS” a common word?
“MOS” is an uncommon word in modern English.
