imaging
|im/age/ing|
B2
/ˈɪmɪdʒɪŋ/
(image)
visual representation
Etymology
Etymology Information
'imaging' originates from the Latin word 'imago', meaning 'likeness' or 'image'.
Historical Evolution
'imago' transformed into the Old French word 'image', and eventually became the modern English word 'image', with 'imaging' as its derivative.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'likeness or representation', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'producing images'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process or technique of producing images, especially by means of computer technology.
Medical imaging has revolutionized diagnostics.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'image'.
The software is currently imaging the hard drive.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45