Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

anamorph

noun

/ˌæn.əˈmɔːrf/

Definition

A distorted picture that appears normal when viewed from a particular angle or through a specific lens.

Examples

An experimental artist created an anamorph of a famous landmark that captivated viewers from a unique perspective.
The movie used an anamorph technique to produce striking visual effects in its scenes.

Meaning

Anamorph refers to a type of visual representation where an image is stretched or distorted so that it looks correct only from a specific viewpoint or with a special device.