Moire: meaning, definitions and examples
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moire
[ mɔɪˈreɪ ]
pattern effect
Moire refers to a visual perception effect that appears as a shimmering or wavy pattern typically resulting from the overlay of two patterns. It's often seen in textiles and printed images, leading to a distorted effect. This phenomenon occurs due to an interference pattern created when two grids, screens, or other regular patterns are superimposed. The moire effect can be unintentional and can complicate visual presentations, but it can also be intentionally designed in fabric and art to achieve specific aesthetics.
Synonyms
interference pattern, wavy pattern
Examples of usage
- The dress had a beautiful moire pattern.
- Photographers need to be careful of moire in their images.
- The moire effect was prominent on the screen.
- They printed the fabric with a moire design.
Translations
Translations of the word "moire" in other languages:
🇵🇹 moiré
🇮🇳 मोइरे
🇩🇪 Moire
🇮🇩 moiré
🇺🇦 муар
🇵🇱 moiré
🇯🇵 モアレ
🇫🇷 moiré
🇪🇸 moiré
🇹🇷 moiré
🇰🇷 모아레
🇸🇦 مويريه
🇨🇿 moiré
🇸🇰 moiré
🇨🇳 摩尔纹
🇸🇮 moiré
🇮🇸 moiré
🇰🇿 моаре
🇬🇪 მოირე
🇦🇿 moiré
🇲🇽 moiré
Etymology
The word 'moire' comes from the French term 'moiré', which means 'watered' or 'rippling', and can be traced back to the Latin word 'muria' meaning 'brine' or 'salt water'. The usage of moire as a textile pattern can be dated back to the 16th century, primarily associated with silk fabrics that exhibited a shimmering, lustrous effect. Over time, the concept of moire extended beyond textiles into the realms of art and photography, especially in the digital age where overlapping grid structures can produce similar visual effects. The phenomenon is especially noted in printing and screen displays, where two regularly spaced patterns can create unwanted artifacts. This evolution of the term reflects its journey from a strictly textile application to a broader usage in visual arts and technology.