paparazzi

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An paparazzi is a person who takes pictures of famous people in secret.

When we hear about paparazzi, it's usually because they've been following some celebrity around and taking their picture without permission. These photographers are trying to get exclusive shots that can sell for a lot of money. They often go to great lengths to get the perfect shot - showing up at private events, hiding outside famous people's homes, or even using technology like cameras with telephoto lenses to take pictures from far away.

How common is "paparazzi"?

Word paparazzi is considered rare in modern English.
It appears most frequently in spoken dialogues and less often in other writings.
Definitions

noun

  • plural of paparazzo