"long take" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: long takes [plural]
Etymology: From long + take Etymology templates: {{compound|en|long|take}} long + take Head templates: {{en-noun}} long take (plural long takes)
  1. (film) A single, continuous shot that lasts for an unusually long duration without any cuts. Synonyms: long shot, continuous take, continuous shot, single shot, oner
    Sense id: en-long_take-en-noun-ejTCG6xC Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header, Pages with 1 entry, Pages with entries, Film Topics: broadcasting, film, media, television
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