Sprite — meaning in English

English meaning

• sprite noun A small supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy, in folklore.

Senses

Sprite is used for these senses in English:

• sprite (computer graphics) A two-dimensional image or animation that is integrated into a larger scene.
• sprite (meteorology) A large electrical discharge that occurs high above the cumulonimbus cloud of an active thunderstorm, which appears as a luminous red or orange flash.

sprite — full definition

1. noun A small supernatural being, such as an elf or fairy, in folklore.
2. noun (computing) A small 2D image or animation used in video games and graphics.

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