2D

or 2-D

[ too-dee ]

adjective

1. of, relating to, or representing something in two dimensions; two-dimensional:

   2D computer graphics.

noun

1. a two-dimensional form or appearance:

   The theater is showing that film in 2D and in 3D.

Word History and Origins

Origin of 2D¹

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

"But in addition to that, we're also hoping that we can continue with these 2D top-down Zeldas."

From BBC

Younger users will also be unable to use "free-form 2D user creation" from the same date, which it said were games "that allow users to draw or write in 2D and replicate those creations to other users without the completed creation going through Roblox moderation".

From BBC

Jot has the ability to jump between the 2D world of its pages and the 3D world outside - a cluttered desktop where everyday objects become towering obstacles for the tiny character to navigate.

From BBC

Wired reported this week that to fill the gap of a reduced workforce, some Activision Blizzard concept artists were forced to use AI to aid in their work producing 2D images.

From Los Angeles Times

Comedians Ron Funches and James Austin Johnson tell us how they developed their vocal performances, and Pixar explains the process of combining 2D and 3D animation.

From Los Angeles Times