pixel

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Noun pixel has 1 sense

pixel, pel, picture element - (computer science) the smallest discrete component of an image or picture on a CRT screen (usually a colored dot); "the greater the number of pixels per inch the greater the resolution"
--₁ is a kind of component, constituent, element
--₁ is a part of raster

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Pixel

Description:

A pixel, short for picture element, is the smallest controllable unit of a digital image or display device. It is a minute, square-shaped element that contains a single color value, contributing to the formation of an image.

Part of Speech:

Noun

Senses/Usages:

As a unit of digital image or display:

A pixel represents a tiny dot on a screen that collectively forms an image or displays information.

Example Sentence: The resolution of this high-definition TV is 1920x1080 pixels.

As a measurement of digital image quality:

Pixel count or pixel density is often used to assess the degree of detail and sharpness in a digital image.

Example Sentence: The latest smartphone boasts a stunning camera that captures photos with 64 megapixels.

As a unit of digital image manipulation:

Digital artists and graphic designers utilize pixels to edit, enhance, or modify images using software.

Example Sentence: She spent hours meticulously altering each pixel to perfect her digital artwork.

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