1. a rigid structure that surrounds or encloses something
2. the basic structure of a building, vehicle, or other object
3. a single complete image in a series that forms a movie or video

1. to put a border or case around something
2. to create or establish the basic structure of something
3. to make someone appear guilty of a crime by providing false evidence
Usage: informal

Examples

• She hung the painting in a wooden frame.
• The house has a steel frame covered with brick.
• The movie plays at 24 frames per second.
• He has a tall, thin frame.
• I need to frame this photograph.
• The committee will frame new policies next month.
• The suspect claimed he was framed by his partner.
• Large windows frame the beautiful mountain view.