virtual reality

noun

: an artificial environment which is experienced through sensory stimuli (such as sights and sounds) provided by a computer and in which one's actions partially determine what happens in the environment

also : the technology used to create or access a virtual reality

Examples of virtual reality in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

An outperforming fund manager who previously sold Meta Platforms shares over concerns about the company’s virtual reality investments is now bullish on the technology giant’s artificial intelligence strategy. —Ganesh Rao, CNBC, 3 Nov. 2024

Christopher Null The Best VR Headsets and Games to Explore the Metaverse Diving into virtual reality is easier than ever—but here are a few key things to know. —Parker Hall, WIRED, 20 Nov. 2024

The archetypal cozy bedroom becomes a form of virtual reality. —Kyle Chayka, The New Yorker, 20 Nov. 2024

Moreover, Huang leverages tools like advanced renderings, animations, and virtual reality (VR) to create immersive experiences for clients and stakeholders. —Tyler Shepherd, USA TODAY, 16 Oct. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1987, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

virtual reality

noun

: an artificial environment which is experienced through sights and sounds provided by a computer and in which one's actions partly decide what happens in the environment