Celluloid – 1. A substance used in the manufacture of motion pictures, a transparent flammable plastic 2. (informal) involving motion pictures/cinema as a genre

To remember the definition of the word celluloid, use the following mnemonic:

"We should celebrate when young people are employed (celluloid) as actors." The film director said. "They are the future of cinema as a genre".

Examples of celluloid in a sentence (transparent flammable plastic)

Harold Lloyd's comic genius and amazing stunts are preserved on celluloid.

She wanted to shoot her movie on celluloid film rather than digitally.

Celluloid is highly combustible and was very dangerous to use.

Examples of celluloid in a sentence (cinema as a genre)

Having started out in theatre she began acting in celluloid and earned more money.

The play was gripping it was perfect for celluloid.

The author hoped his book would be as good in celluloid as it was on paper.

Please see below for an example of celluloid used in the film industry.