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warping

 

[ ˈwɔːrpɪŋ ]

Noun / Verb
Context #1 | Noun

digital image processing

The process of distorting or transforming an image to correct for imperfections or to create special effects.

Synonyms

distortion, morphing, transformation

Examples of usage

  • The warping of the image allowed for a seamless transition between different scenes.
  • The warping algorithm adjusted the perspective of the photo to make the building appear straight.
Context #2 | Verb

textiles

The process of twisting and bending fibers to create a desired shape or pattern in woven fabric.

Synonyms

bending, shaping, twisting

Examples of usage

  • The weaver was warping the threads to create a unique design.
  • Warping the yarn before weaving helps to ensure a consistent pattern.

Translations

Translations of the word "warping" in other languages:

🇵🇹 distorção

🇮🇳 विकृति

🇩🇪 Verzerrung

🇮🇩 pembelokan

🇺🇦 викривлення

🇵🇱 zniekształcenie

🇯🇵 歪み (ひずみ)

🇫🇷 distorsion

🇪🇸 distorsión

🇹🇷 çarpıtma

🇰🇷 왜곡 (왜곡)

🇸🇦 تشويه

🇨🇿 zkreslení

🇸🇰 skreslenie

🇨🇳 扭曲 (niǔqū)

🇸🇮 popačenje

🇮🇸 afmyndun

🇰🇿 бұрмалау

🇬🇪 დამახინჯება

🇦🇿 dəyişmə

🇲🇽 distorsión

Etymology

The word 'warping' originated from the Old English word 'weorpan', meaning 'to throw'. Over time, the term evolved to encompass various meanings related to distortion, transformation, and weaving. In modern usage, 'warping' is commonly associated with digital image processing and textile production.

See also: warp.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,308, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.