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Panorama Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

panorama

noun

pan·​o·​rama ˌpa-nə-ˈra-mə How to pronounce panorama (audio) -ˈrä- How to pronounce panorama (audio)
1
b
: a picture exhibited a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator
2
a
: an unobstructed or complete view of an area in every direction
provides a panorama of the entire bay
b
: a comprehensive presentation of a subject
a panorama of American history
c
: range
faced a panorama of problems
3
: a mental picture of a series of images or events

Examples of panorama in a Sentence

we admired the breathtaking panorama from the top of the mountain
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The majestic mountain lodge—incorporating design cues inspired by the Wild West—offers unobstructed panorama of Lake Wakatipu and some of the finest farm-to-table dining fare anywhere on the South Island. Brad Japhe, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2024 Back over Belgium, we’re treated to another expensive-looking panorama of the battle in the sky: burning airplanes, wafting parachutes, flak and explosions everywhere. Chris Klimek, Vulture, 2 Feb. 2024 Two notable areas where the Pixel 9 excels are videos and panoramas. Julian Chokkattu, WIRED, 21 Aug. 2024 The rover delivered a stunning panorama of the area in March. Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 13 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for panorama 

Word History

Etymology

pan- + Greek hórāma "something seen, sight, spectacle," from horā-, stem of horân "to look, see" + -ma, resultative noun suffix — more at ware entry 2

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of panorama was in 1791

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Cite this Entry

“Panorama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panorama. Accessed 15 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

panorama

noun
pan·​ora·​ma
ˌpan-ə-ˈram-ə,
-ˈräm-
1
: a picture shown a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator
2
: a full and clear view in every direction
3
: a complete presentation of a subject
panoramic
-ˈram-ik
adjective

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