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gobo (1)

go·bo [ gṓbō ] (plural go·bos or gob·oes)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. microphone shield: a shield that is placed around a microphone to keep out unwanted sounds

2. lens shield: a black screen placed around the lens of a camera or video camera to keep out unwanted light

[Mid-20th century. Origin ?]
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