PHOTOFLASH

flash, photoflash, flash lamp, flashgun, flashbulb, flash bulb

(noun) a lamp for providing momentary light to take a photograph

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

photoflash (plural photoflashes)

(photography) A lamp that emits a brief flash of bright light; used to take photographs in a dark environment

(photography) A flashbulb

Source: Wiktionary



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Coffee Trivia

Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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