pixmap

English

Etymology

Blend of pixel + map

Noun

pixmap (plural pixmaps)

  1. (computer graphics) A grid of pixels; a bitmap, especially one having more than one bit (binary digit) assigned to each pixel, allowing for multiple shades or colors.
    Synonyms: bitmap, pixelmap, raster
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