primitive

primitive definition - computer

(1) In computer graphics, a graphics element that is used as a building block for creating images, such as a point, line, arc, cone or sphere.

(2) In programming, a fundamental instruction, statement or operation. See machine instruction.

(3) In microprogramming, a microinstruction, or elementary machine operation. See microcode.



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