Definitions

1. noun

a device used to create sound effects, especially in film, television, and theater

“The sound designer used a variety of foley equipment to create the eerie atmosphere in the horror movie.”

2. verb

to add sound effects, especially foley sounds, to a film, television show, or other audiovisual production

“The director instructed the sound team to foley the scene to make it sound more realistic.”

3. proper noun

a surname, most notably Jack Foley, an American sound effects editor who developed the art of foley sound effects

“Jack Foley was a pioneer in the field of foley sound effects and is still widely recognized today.”