Etymology

Kodachrome

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Today it means: A certain brand of photographic slide film, which is no longer manufactured. Full definition →

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The story

A trademark; by surface analysis, blend of Kodak + chromo- + chrome, connoting its selling points: brilliant colors and affordable luxury.

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