Definition

1. Noun:
   • A three-dimensional form or appearance: "3d" refers to the quality of having or appearing to have three dimensions (height, width, and depth), creating an illusion of solidity and space.
   • A movie or image with three-dimensional form or appearance: "3d" also specifically denotes a film, picture, or visual technology designed to produce this three-dimensional effect for the viewer.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The new animated film is being released in stunning 3d.
  • Modern televisions can convert standard broadcasts into simulated 3d.
  • The architect presented the building design as a 3d model.

Advanced Usage

• "in 3d": used to describe media or experiences presented with three-dimensional effects.
  • The documentary about marine life is best experienced in 3d.
• "3d effect": refers to the visual result that creates the perception of depth.
  • The glasses are necessary to see the full 3d effect.

Variants and Related Words

• 3-D: An alternative spelling with a hyphen. The meaning is identical.
  • The museum has a 3-D map of the city.
• Three-dimensional (adj): The full, non-abbreviated adjective form meaning having or appearing to have three dimensions.
  • She creates three-dimensional sculptures from recycled materials.
• 2d / 2-D (adj): The contrasting term meaning two-dimensional, having only length and width.
  • The character was originally drawn in a simple 2d style.

Synonyms

• Stereoscopic: Relating to techniques for creating or enhancing the illusion of depth.
• Holographic: Creating a three-dimensional image formed by the interference of light beams.

Related Phrases

• 3d printing (n): A manufacturing process where a three-dimensional object is created from a digital file. (Listed here as a related compound term, not as the target word).
• 3d glasses (n): Special eyewear worn to view three-dimensional images or films. (Listed here as a related compound term, not as the target word).
• 3d animation (n): The process of creating moving images in a three-dimensional digital environment. (Listed here as a related compound term, not as the target word).

Noun

1. having a three-dimensional form or appearance
   • aren't dreams always in 3-D?
2. a movie with images having three dimensional form or appearance