Definitions

1. noun

A structure consisting of a border or a series of parallel lines forming a border or a design, typically to enclose or decorate a picture, window, or other object.

“The painting is hung in a beautiful gold frame.”

2. noun

A structure of wood, metal, or other material, forming the skeleton of a building, vehicle, or other object.

“The car’s frame was damaged in the accident.”

3. verb

To decorate or surround something, typically a picture, with a border or design.

“The artist framed the picture with intricate patterns.”

4. verb

To place or position something, typically a picture, in a frame or border.

“Can you frame the photo on the wall?”

5. verb

To limit or define the extent of something.

“The new policy will frame the company’s approach to sustainability.”

6. verb

To give a particular shape or form to something.

“The artist framed the sculpture with delicate curves.”

7. verb (transitive)

To catch or enclose something, typically an animal, in a trap or snare.

“The hunter framed the rabbit with a clever trap.”

8. verb (transitive)

To cause someone to be in a particular position or state.

“The teacher framed the students’ expectations for the project.”

9. verb (intransitive)

To move or be moved into a particular position or shape.

“The building framed slowly into place.”

10. noun (sports)

The area within which a game, such as tennis or squash, is played.

“The player served the ball from inside the frame.”

11. noun (photography)

The area of a photograph that is visible within the boundaries of the image.

“The photographer adjusted the frame to fit the subject.”