Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
mip
Noun
/mɪp/
Definition
A term often used in technology and gaming contexts, specifically referring to a method for texturing 3D models.
Examples
- The game used mipmapping to ensure that textures looked smooth regardless of the player’s distance from the object.
- By using mip, the rendering engine could optimize performance and reduce visual artifacts.
Meaning
Mipmapping (mip) is a technique that improves the rendering efficiency and visual quality of textures in 3D graphics. It involves using precomputed texture maps of different resolutions.
Synonyms
- Mipmapping
- Texture mapping
- Texture filtering
