1. Plural of celluloid; transparent or translucent plastic sheets or films made from cellulose nitrate or cellulose acetate.
Usage: Often used in historical or technical contexts; celluloid was widely used in early film and photography.
2. Motion pictures or the film industry collectively (informal, dated).
Usage: informal; dated
3. Small objects or items made from celluloid plastic, such as combs, buttons, or toys.
Usage: historical

Examples

• The museum displayed vintage celluloids from the early days of cinema.
• Old photographs were often printed on celluloids that could yellow over time.
• The director's work was celebrated in the celluloids of the 1950s.
• Antique celluloids such as decorative combs are now collectible items.
• Before modern plastics, celluloids were used to manufacture a wide variety of consumer goods.
• The archive preserved fragile celluloids from the silent film era.