computer graphics

noun

, (used with a plural verb)

1. pictorial computer output produced on a display screen, plotter, or printer.
2. the study of the techniques used to produce such output.

computer graphics

noun

1. functioning as singular the use of a computer to produce and manipulate pictorial images on a video screen, as in animation techniques or the production of audiovisual aids

Word History and Origins

Origin of computer graphics¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

The part where it falls into the pool, that’s computer graphics.

From Los Angeles Times

A keen artist, he studied computer graphics at university and got a job at a London game studio.

From BBC

It’s also used for news coverage and editing and in 3D video and computer graphics, including hit movies like “Godzilla Minus One,” and games based on human athletes’ movements, according to Yoshida.

From Seattle Times

He studied economics, statistics, computer graphics and spatial analysis and paid his way with part-time work as a programmer and researcher.

From Seattle Times

She studied computer science and got a Ph.D. in computer graphics and now is a director at Apple.

From New York Times

Related Words

• animation