(1) A synonym for editing.

(2) An approach to editing developed by the Soviet filmmakers of the 1920's; it emphasizes dynamic, often discontinuous, relationships between shots and the juxtaposition of images to create ideas not present in either one by itself. Also called montage of attraction.

(3) dynamic cutting - a highly stylized form of editing, often with the purpose of providing a lot of information in a short period of time.