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Term: Aliased

Definition

Aliased, in computer science, refers to the practice of assigning another name or label to a specific entity, such as a file, function, or variable. This alternative name allows for easier referencing or accessing of the entity.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sense 1: Assigning an alias

In computer programming, aliased is the act of assigning an alternative name or label to a file or variable to simplify referencing or accessing it. For example:

"I aliased the long file name to 'file1' for better readability."

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sense 1: Referring to a method of displaying graphics

In graphic design and computer-generated imagery (CGI), aliased describes an image or text with visible jagged edges due to limited resolution. It occurs when the signal representing the image is not sufficiently sampled or smoothed, resulting in a stair-step effect. For instance:

"The aliased fonts in the video game gave the text a retro pixelated look."

Sense 2: Relating to an alternate name

Aliased can also describe a term or entity that has an alternative or commonly used name. In this context, it signifies a local or popular name for something. For example:

"Pizza, which is aliased as 'pie' in some regions, is a beloved dish worldwide."

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