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3D Graphics

/θriː diː ˈɡræfɪks/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    Visual representations created using three-dimensional modeling techniques, often used in video games, simulations, and animations.

    "The latest video game features stunning 3D graphics that enhance the immersive experience."
  2. 2

    The field of study and practice involving the creation and manipulation of three-dimensional images and animations.

    "She is pursuing a degree in 3D graphics to work in the film industry."

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The term '3D graphics' combines '3D', an abbreviation for 'three-dimensional', which originated in the mid-20th century as technology advanced in computer graphics, and 'graphics', derived from the Greek 'graphikos', meaning 'relating to writing or drawing'. The evolution of this term reflects the technological advancements in visual representation in computing.

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