Bitmap
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbɪtˌmæp/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Bitmap is a noun meaning (computing) A series of bits that represents a rasterized graphic image, each pixel being represented as a group of bits.
Meaning
(computing) A series of bits that represents a rasterized graphic image, each pixel being represented as a group of bits.
Example Sentences
Using the hardware blitter to move bitmaps from VRAM to VRAM is much faster than moving them from system memory to VRAM.
Word Forms
- bitmaps
- bit map
- bit-map
Synonyms for bitmap
Depending on context, synonyms include pixmap, raster.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include raster, offscreen, bit map, bitmapping, pixmap, bitstream.
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