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computer-generated images

American  
[kuhm-pyoo-ter-jen-uh-rey-tid im-i-juhz] / kəmˈpju tərˌdʒɛn ə reɪ tɪd ˈɪm ɪ dʒəz /

plural noun

  1. null computer-generated imagery digitally created graphics used in movies and other visual media, often in the form of 3D animation. CGI


Etymology

Origin of computer-generated images

First recorded in 1965–70

Example Sentences

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Rather than recreating a ship with computer-generated images, Nolan wanted a real one, capable of sailing on the open sea with flesh-and-blood men aboard.

From Barron's ● Aug. 18, 2026

In the study, participants—11 women and men between the ages of 18 and 29—sorted computer-generated images of cars into categories while researchers scanned their brains.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 12, 2026

It combines computer-generated images with real ultrasounds of patients -- including some who sought care at Johns Hopkins.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 20, 2024

Many of its competitors were produced using computer-generated images.

From BBC ● Mar. 10, 2024

Federal law includes computer-generated images of identifiable people in the prohibition on child pornography.

From Los Angeles Times ● Mar. 3, 2024

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