webcam
Webcam (noun) means a small video camera that streams live footage over a computer network, especially the internet. Example: “She joined the meeting with her webcam turned off.”
How to use webcam
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA small camera used for live video, usually built into or plugged into a computer.
Word forms
webcammed past tense, webcams plural, webcams singular
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She joined the meeting with her _____ turned off.
Etymology
A blend of "web" and "cam" (short for "camera").
Frequently asked questions
What does “webcam” mean?
The word “webcam” means a small video camera that streams live footage over a computer network, especially the internet. In plain terms, a small camera used for live video, usually built into or plugged into a computer.
How do you pronounce “webcam”?
“Webcam” is pronounced WEHB-kam (/ˈwɛbˌkæm/ in IPA).
How do you use “webcam” in a sentence?
Here is “webcam” used in a sentence: “She joined the meeting with her webcam turned off.”
What part of speech is “webcam”?
Depending on how it is used, “webcam” can be a noun and a verb.
Is “webcam” a common word?
“Webcam” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
How many meanings does “webcam” have?
“Webcam” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small video camera that streams live footage over a computer network, especially the internet.
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