Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

orthographic projection

noun

/ɔːrˈθɒɡrəfɪk prəˈdʒɛkʃən/

Definition

A method of representing three-dimensional objects in two dimensions.

Examples

The engineer used orthographic projection to create the blueprints for the building.
In an orthographic projection, measurements can be taken directly off the drawing.
This technique is widely used in technical drawing and drafting.

Meaning

Orthographic projection simplifies the visualization of an object’s shape and dimensions by displaying multiple views, typically the front, top, and side, without perspective distortion.