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Pressfoto

press photo

noun PRES-foh-toh Rare

Also means

official press photograph

Usage Note

Pressfoto is an official photograph released for use by media outlets, typically supplied by a press office or agency; the term is also used for competition awards in photojournalism (World Press Photo).

Examples

"Das Pressfoto des Politikers wurde von allen großen Zeitungen abgedruckt."

Natural Translation

The politician's press photo was reproduced by all major newspapers.

Literal Translation

The press-photo of the politician was printed by all large newspapers.

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