augmented reality

noun
UK: /ɔːɡˈmentɪd riˈæləti/
US: /ɑːɡˈmentɪd riˈæləti/

  1. A technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's view of the real world, thus providing a composite view.

    1. I like to play games using augmented reality. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company is developing new applications for augmented reality in education. [ ] [ ]

  2. An enhanced version of reality created by the use of technology to overlay digital information on an image of something being viewed through a device.

    1. The new app uses augmented reality to show furniture in your room. [ ] [ ]
    2. Augmented reality offers businesses innovative ways to engage with their customers. [ ] [ ]
augmented reality adjective

  1. Relating to or characterized by augmented reality.

    1. This is an augmented reality game. [ ] [ ]
    2. The augmented reality experience was immersive and very impressive. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "augmented reality" in English means: A technology that superimposes a computer-generated image on a user's view of the real world, thus providing a composite view., An enhanced version of reality created by the use of technology to overlay digital information on an image of something being viewed through a device..

The phonetic transcription of "augmented reality" is /ɔːɡˈmentɪd riˈæləti/ in British English and /ɑːɡˈmentɪd riˈæləti/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Example usage of "augmented reality": "I like to play games using augmented reality.". More examples on the page.