panorama

noun

pan·​o·​rama ˌpa-nə-ˈra-mə How to pronounce panorama (audio) -ˈrä- How to pronounce panorama (audio)
1
b
: a picture exhibited a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator
2
a
: an unobstructed or complete view of an area in every direction
provides a panorama of the entire bay
b
: a comprehensive presentation of a subject
a panorama of American history
c
: range
faced a panorama of problems
3
: a mental picture of a series of images or events

Examples of panorama in a Sentence

we admired the breathtaking panorama from the top of the mountain
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At the top, an easy 3.5-kilometer Peak Circle Walk offers additional panoramas interspersed with glimpses of local flora and fauna. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024 And there’s no better place to take in the spectacular panoramas than Argos. Elizabeth Brownfield, Forbes, 30 Dec. 2024 Stylish sophistication—and twice the panoramas—await you at Aqua, where the two huge outdoor terraces are the place to linger with wine, Champagne, or cocktails. Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 10 Dec. 2024 The Arlberg panorama is breathtaking, and hints of blue sky and sunshine reflect the landscape. Stacey Wreathall, Travel + Leisure, 4 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for panorama 

Word History

Etymology

pan- + Greek hórāma "something seen, sight, spectacle," from horā-, stem of horân "to look, see" + -ma, resultative noun suffix — more at ware entry 2

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of panorama was in 1791

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Cite this Entry

“Panorama.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/panorama. Accessed 21 Jan. 2025.

Kids Definition

panorama

noun
pan·​ora·​ma
ˌpan-ə-ˈram-ə,
-ˈräm-
1
: a picture shown a part at a time by being unrolled before the spectator
2
: a full and clear view in every direction
3
: a complete presentation of a subject
panoramic
-ˈram-ik
adjective

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