aspect ratio
"Aspect ratio" is crucial in fields like photography, videography, and display technology, describing the proportional relationship between width and height.
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B2Graphics and Display
(technical)The proportional relationship between the width and height of a screen or image, usually expressed as two numbers separated by a colon (e.g., 16:9).
Example
- The aspect ratio of this monitor is 16:9, making it ideal for watching widescreen movies.
C1Aerodynamics
(technical)The ratio of an aircraft's wingspan to its average wing width.
Example
- A higher aspect ratio in wings can improve an aircraft's fuel efficiency.
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