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hi-res

American  
[hahy-rez] / ˈhaɪˈrɛz /

adjective

Computers, Informal.
  1. high-resolution.


Etymology

Origin of hi-res

By shortening

Example Sentences

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Once they've mapped their predictions, they can compare them to the hi-res data.

From Science Daily • Oct. 18, 2025

What dreams of 2024 — embedded in what will surely be the most immersive iteration of the game ever — will fuel paths to athletic success and deliver tomorrow’s aspirations in hi-res?

From Seattle Times • May 1, 2024

With this robust backbone, tenants will enjoy seamless hi-res video streaming, web conferencing, cloud-hosted services and immersive metaverse experiences – not to mention easier adoption of emerging technologies.

From National Geographic • Sep. 14, 2023

Spotify has yet to confirm whether it too will offer Atmos tracks — or even hi-res audio that exceeds 16-bit/44.1kHz.

From The Verge • Dec. 23, 2021

Phil recording of the concerto conducted by Pinchas Zukerman, a lovely performance that recently was remastered into glowing hi-res sound, through telling and immersive electrostatic headphones and a warm tube amplifier.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2021