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parallax

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun parallax has 1 sense
  1. parallax - the apparent displacement of an object as seen from two different points that are not on a line with the object
    --1 is a kind of
    optical phenomenon
    --1 has particulars:
     heliocentric parallax, annual parallax; geocentric parallax, diurnal parallax

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Parallax

Description:

Parallax refers to the apparent displacement or difference in the apparent position of an object when viewed from different angles or positions. This phenomenon is often used in various fields such as astronomy, photography, and web design to create an illusion of depth.

Sample Sentences:

  • The parallax effect used in web design adds a sense of depth and enhances user experience.
  • When observing stars from Earth, astronomers utilize parallax to measure the distance of celestial objects.
  • In photography, parallax can cause slight misalignment when taking pictures using a viewfinder.

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