graphics

noun

GRAF-iks/ˈɡɹæfɪks/

4 meanings of graphics

1
noununcountable
The pictures, colors, and images that a computer shows on a screen.
Like the pictures on a TV screen, but made by the computer.
The graphics in this new game look amazing.
Older computers could only show simple graphics.
Similarvisuals, imagery
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2
noununcountable
The way a computer turns data into pictures you can see.
Like turning a long list of numbers into a colorful chart you can read at a glance.
Computer graphics let us see numbers as charts and shapes.
She studies graphics so she can build better ways to show data.
Similarvisualization
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3
noununcountable
The art of drawing, printing, and designing on flat surfaces.
Like all the kinds of art you can make with a pen, a pencil, or a printing press.
She studied graphics at art school for three years.
His career in graphics began with hand-drawn posters.
Similarprintmaking
4
noununcountable
The drawing of plans for buildings or designs.
Like making a careful map that shows builders exactly how to put something together.
She uses graphics to draw the plans for new houses.
Clear graphics show the builder exactly where each wall goes.
Similardrafting, draftsmanship

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