Meaning of the word frames in English

What does frames mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

frames

US /freɪmz/
UK /freɪmz/

Noun

1.

a rigid structure that surrounds or encloses something, such as a picture, window, or door

Example:
The old photograph was in a beautiful wooden frame.
The window frames need to be repainted.
2.

a single image in a sequence of images, such as in a film or video

Example:
The animator drew each frame by hand.
The video plays at 30 frames per second.

Verb

1.

to place a picture or photograph in a frame

Example:
She decided to frame the painting herself.
We need to frame these certificates.
2.

to form or conceive a plan, system, or idea

Example:
The team worked to frame a new strategy.
He tried to frame his argument carefully.
3.

to make an innocent person appear guilty of a crime

Example:
The police believed someone tried to frame him for the robbery.
He claimed his business partner tried to frame him.