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texturing

 

[ ˈtɛkstʃərɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

visual design

Texturing refers to the process of adding detail, color, and texture to 3D models or surfaces in various forms of art and design, particularly in digital media. It enhances the realism and aesthetic appeal of the visual elements by mimicking the appearance of materials. Texturing can be applied in video games, animations, and graphic design.

Synonyms

patterning, surface design, surface detailing

Examples of usage

  • The texturing of the character model improved its visual realism.
  • She specializes in texturing for animated films.
  • The artist focused on texturing to create lifelike landscapes.

Translations

Translations of the word "texturing" in other languages:

🇵🇹 texturização

🇮🇳 पृष्ठीय बनावट

🇩🇪 Texturierung

🇮🇩 teksturisasi

🇺🇦 текстурування

🇵🇱 teksturacja

🇯🇵 テクスチャリング

🇫🇷 texturation

🇪🇸 texturización

🇹🇷 doku oluşturma

🇰🇷 텍스처링

🇸🇦 تشكيل القوام

🇨🇿 texturování

🇸🇰 textúrovanie

🇨🇳 纹理处理

🇸🇮 teksturiranje

🇮🇸 texturering

🇰🇿 текстуралау

🇬🇪 ტექსტურირება

🇦🇿 teksturlama

🇲🇽 texturización

Etymology

The term 'texturing' derives from the word 'texture,' which comes from the Latin word 'textura,' meaning 'a weaving, texture, or fabric.' This Latin term itself is related to 'texere,' meaning 'to weave or create.' The application of texturing has significantly evolved with the rise of digital technology, particularly in the realms of 3D modeling and computer graphics. In the late 20th century, as computer graphics became more sophisticated, the term 'texturing' began to encompass not only the traditional concept of surface patterns but also various techniques applied to enhance the depth and realism of digital images. As a result, today's texturing involves a combination of artistic skill and technical understanding, often employing software tools tailored for creating intricate and detailed textures in digital environments.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,892 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.