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Chyron

//ˈkaɪɹɒn// noun, verb

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Noun

1
A set of graphics or words at the bottom of a television screen, sometimes unrelated to the current viewing content. US
"Chyrons (electronically enlarged words or numbers superimposed on the screen) might be used to illustrate and compare budget figures or to emphasize a quote."
2
Alternative spelling of ciron (“the itch-mite (Sarcoptes scabiei), which infects the skin”). alt-of, alternative

Verb

1
To display (material) on screen by this technology. US, transitive

Etymology

Etymology 1

Genericization of the trademark Chyron, from Chiron (“centaur of Greek mythology”).

Etymology 2

Genericization of the trademark Chyron, from Chiron (“centaur of Greek mythology”).

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