"cube map" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: cube maps [plural]
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  1. (computer graphics) A panorama consisting of six textures projected onto the sides of a cube that is usually centred on the camera or viewpoint. Wikipedia link: Cube mapping Categories (topical): Computer graphics Synonyms: cubemap

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