Definition of bitmap
1 : an array of binary data representing a bitmapped image or display; also : a file containing such data
2 : a bitmapped image or display
Read the Latest from M-W
First Known Use of bitmap
1980
BITMAP Defined for English Language Learners
bitmap
play
noun
Definition of bitmap for English Language Learners
-
computers : an image which is stored as an arrangement of bits that represent each of the small dots that form the image
Learn More about bitmap
Seen and Heard
What made you want to look up bitmap? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).
Writing? Check your grammar now!