high-definition

adjective

high-def·​i·​ni·​tion ˈhī-ˌde-fə-ˈni-shən How to pronounce high-definition (audio)
: being or relating to an often digital television system that has either 720 or 1080 scan lines per frame and a wide-screen format
high definition noun
a program broadcast in high definition

Examples of high-definition in a Sentence

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Take Valerie Zhang, the 27-year-old cofounder of VX Media who creates 30-some-second spots on social media for clients like Kiehl's, Maybelline and more that resemble full-fledged TV commercials (think vibrant colors, high-definition film, quick cuts and pop-music to market the new Dior perfume). Alexandra York, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024 The 14-inch computer charges quickly and has a crisp, clear high-definition display, and customers gave it a perfect rating thanks to its simple, dependable, and efficient design. Lauren Fischer, People.com, 2 Dec. 2024 Designed to track movement while maintaining focus, these binoculars offer a clear field of view in high-definition no matter what light conditions. Taylor Fox, Travel + Leisure, 29 Nov. 2024 In February, OpenAI released several high-definition video clips generated by Sora, but there have only been occasional demo videos released since then. Sharon Goldman, Fortune, 26 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for high-definition 

Word History

First Known Use

1981, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of high-definition was in 1981

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“High-definition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-definition. Accessed 25 Dec. 2024.

Kids Definition

high-definition

adjective
: relating to or being a television with a more detailed and sharper picture than usual
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