depth perception
nounDefinition of depth perception
: the ability to judge the distance of objects and the spatial relationship of objects at different distances
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Intentionally disorienting, Anadol’s simulations of endlessness undermine the participant’s depth perception by projecting ever-changing white lines on the mirrored surfaces. — Mark Jenkins, Washington Post, "In the galleries: Artechouse’s ‘Infinite Space’ has waves of natural influences," 9 Aug. 2019 Donovan said such systems have been used in some tankers for more than 20 years, but one problem in the KC-46 is insufficient depth perception provided by the 3D images. — Sig Christenson, ExpressNews.com, "KC-46 tanker has been ‘frustrating,’ acting Air Force secretary says," 3 Aug. 2019 Patterned contact paper lines drawer interiors to aid with depth perception. — Marni Elyse Katz, BostonGlobe.com, "This delightfully designed home makes life easier for a child with mobility challenges," 25 July 2019 DeSiato said Silas is unable to use his left arm and hand, has impairments to his left field of vision and experiences problems with spatial awareness and depth perception. — Sydney Czyzon, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "'A parent's worst nightmare': Babysitter goes to prison for causing brain damage, other injuries to baby," 24 June 2019 Rooms where patients will receive infusions will be private, and Rush is designing the new building while keeping in mind the challenges faced by some patients with neurological issues, such as problems with depth perception, Nedved said. — Lisa Schencker, chicagotribune.com, "Chicago couple famous for Rubschlager cocktail bread makes largest-ever donation to Rush for new $450 million building," 12 June 2019 Recent developments in artificial-intelligence techniques and three-dimensional sensors have given computers better depth perception and a refined ability to analyze images. — Tripp Mickle, WSJ, "Parted Your Hair A Different Way? Your Device Might Not Unlock," 25 Sep. 2018 The Hover 2 includes a feature called Optical Radar, which is a swiveling stereo sensor that offers 360-degree depth perception and obstacle avoidance. — Dami Lee, The Verge, "The makers of the selfie drone camera are Kickstarting its sequel, the Hover 2," 14 Nov. 2018 Theories suggest that the reflection of the sun on the surface of the lake may have caused the captain to lose his depth perception, crashing into the water at 230 miles per hour. — Andrew Craft, Fox News, "70 years after B-29 crash in Vegas, new footage of wreckage is released," 24 July 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'depth perception.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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