high-resolution

American  

[hahy-rez-uh-loo-shuhn] / ˈhaɪˌrɛz əˈlu ʃən /

adjective

1. having or capable of producing an image characterized by fine detail.

   high-resolution photography; high-resolution lens.

2. Computers. of or relating to CRTs, printers, or other output devices that produce images that are sharp and finely detailed rather than blurry and inexact (low-resolution ).

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Etymology

Origin of high-resolution

First recorded in 1945–50

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Example Sentences

David Kring of the Lunar and Planetary Institute told AFP he is not expecting any earth-shattering discoveries because of the multiple lunar probes and high-resolution images of the Moon taken since the Apollo missions.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

While no on-the-ground footage has emerged of the base to show the impact, the building appeared to be undamaged on high-resolution satellite imagery on 9 March.

From BBC • Mar. 27, 2026

While both providers can bypass geo-restrictions and deliver HD content, Surfshark’s faster speeds, unlimited device support and broad Netflix compatibility give it an edge for users who prioritize high-resolution streaming across multiple devices.

From Salon • Mar. 27, 2026

They were in focus last week when ICEYE, which uses microwave pulses to create high-resolution satellite images, touted a roughly $1.7 billion order backlog.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

I pulled up some image-analysis software and made a high-resolution scan of both sides of the wrapper.

From "Ready Player One: A Novel" by Ernest Cline