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global illumination

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The realistic lighting of a rendered scene by means of algorithms that take into account not only the direct illumination from light sources but also the indirect cases where light is reflected between surfaces in the scene.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: computer-graphics, computing, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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Synonyms: GI

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