What is the meaning of the word "f number"?

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  1. The ratio that measures the size of a camera lens's aperture. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • Adjusting the f-number on your camera affects both the exposure and depth of field of your photographs. copy to clipboard
  2. Used in photography to indicate the amount of light that passes through the lens of a camera. copy to clipboard NOUN
    • A lower f-number, such as f/2, means a larger aperture, allowing more light to hit the camera sensor, ideal for low-light conditions. copy to clipboard

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