computer vision

noun

, Digital Technology.

1. a robot analogue of human vision in which information about the environment is received by one or more video cameras and processed by computer: used in navigation by robots, in the control of automated production lines, etc.
2. a similar system for the blind that converts optical information into audio or tactile signals.

Word History and Origins

Origin of computer vision¹

First recorded in 1970–75

Example Sentences

It uses sophisticated computer vision to understand what is happening in an image or a video so that it can match that to ad copy.

From Fortune

As described, the Amazon One system uses computer vision technology to create a unique palm print for each customer, which Amazon then associates with the credit card the customer inserts upon initial setup.

From TechCrunch

Likewise, the computer vision field is beginning to see the same trend.

From MIT Technology Review

Using computer vision, it can literally watch how you behave and provide feedback and tips on how to get more physical activity.

From Popular-Science

One way to make GPT-3 or any natural language-producing AI smarter is to combine it with computer vision.

From Singularity Hub