bitplane

English

/ˈbɪtpleɪn/

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) The set of bits stored at the same relative position in each byte and thus having comparable effects on the overall data, used for sound and image processing, etc.

Etymology

Compound from English bit (binary digit, morsel) + English plane.

Origin

English

plane

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