playblast

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A low-resolution crude render of computer-generated imagery used in CGI production as a check for character and prop positioning and lighting placement. Curved surfaces are rendered as surfaces with low face count, i.e. faceted.
verb
  1. To generate a playblast render of.

Word forms

playblast playblasts playblasting playblasted

Etymology

From play + blast.

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