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Definition of intercut

intercut

/ˌɪn.tɚˈkʌt/
in · ter · cut
Plural:intercuts
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Past Simple:intercut
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Past Participle:intercut
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Present Participle:intercutting
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intercut Lexical Profile

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• verb

1

To alternate between two or more different scenes or shots in a film or video so as to create a single continuous sequence.

Example

"The editor decided to intercut the interview footage with archival photographs of the historic event."

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• noun

1

An instance of alternating between different shots or scenes in film or video editing, or a shot inserted into a sequence to contrast with the main action.

Example

"The director used quick intercuts between the two runners to heighten the suspense of the race."

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• Nearby Words

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interdepartmentally

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Intercut. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/intercut
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