high-definition
adjective
high-def·i·ni·tion
ˈhī-ˌde-fə-ˈni-shən 
: being or relating to an often digital television system that has either 720 or 1080 scan lines per frame and a wide-screen format
high definition
noun
a program broadcast in high definition
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According to court documents, both suspects were identified through high-definition surveillance video, other evidentiary items and Oakland police officers who recognized them.
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Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2024
The studio has embraced digital filmmaking and high-definition technologies, becoming a favorite location for large-scale productions like HBO’s Rome and Paolo Sorrentino’s The Young Pope.
—Federica Polidoro, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 July 2024
The three generations kept the small bowling center up to date with technology as time passed, adding eight new lanes and automatic pinsetters in 1972, an automatic scoring system in 1992, and high-definition television monitors and a lane conditioner and oil machine in 2012.
—Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 25 July 2024
With features like customizable watchlists, parental controls, and high-definition streaming, BitMar provides a premium viewing experience.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 25 July 2024
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Harry Harris, The Mercury News, 16 Aug. 2024
The studio has embraced digital filmmaking and high-definition technologies, becoming a favorite location for large-scale productions like HBO’s Rome and Paolo Sorrentino’s The Young Pope.
—Federica Polidoro, The Hollywood Reporter, 31 July 2024
The three generations kept the small bowling center up to date with technology as time passed, adding eight new lanes and automatic pinsetters in 1972, an automatic scoring system in 1992, and high-definition television monitors and a lane conditioner and oil machine in 2012.
—Kylie Martin, Detroit Free Press, 25 July 2024
With features like customizable watchlists, parental controls, and high-definition streaming, BitMar provides a premium viewing experience.
—Stackcommerce Team (sponsored), PCMAG, 25 July 2024
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“High-definition.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/high-definition. Accessed 20 Sep. 2024.
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