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Overdraw

noun, verb

Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The process by which, during the rendering of a three-dimensional scene, a pixel is replaced by one that is closer to the viewpoint, as determined by their Z coordinates. countable, uncountable
Verb
  1. 1
    To withdraw more money from an account than there is credit; to make an overdraft
  2. 2
    to enlarge beyond bounds or the truth wordnet
  3. 3
    To use a device for shooting arrows shorter than the draw of the bow.
  4. 4
    draw more money from than is available wordnet
  5. 5
    To exaggerate. dated
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  1. 6
    To draw over the top of existing content.
  2. 7
    To draw the air in through a harmonica while adjusting the mouth so that the note goes up a half tone.

Etymology

Etymology 1

From over- + draw.

Etymology 2

From over- + draw.

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