antialiasing

American  

[an-tee-ey-lee-uh-sing, an-tahy‑] / ˌæn tiˈeɪ li ə sɪŋ, ˌæn taɪ‑ /

noun

Computers.

1. a technique for smoothing out jagged lines in digital graphical output.

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antialiasing Scientific  

/ ăn′tē-ā′lē-ə-sĭng,ăn′tī- /

1. In computer graphics, a software process for removing or reducing the jagged distortions in curves and diagonal lines so that the lines appear smooth or smoother.

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Etymology

Origin of antialiasing

First recorded in 1990–95; anti- ( def. ) + aliasing ( def. )

Example Sentences

I could see some subpar antialiasing on thin text on the home screen and on the blades of grass surrounding Link on the Great Plateau.

From The Verge • Jul. 9, 2021