foreground

English

/ˈfɔː(ɹ)ˌɡɹaʊnd/

noun
Definitions
  • The elements of an image which lie closest to the picture plane.
  • The subject of an image, often depicted at the bottom in a two-dimensional work.
  • (computing) The application the user is currently interacting with; the application window that appears in front of all others.

Etymology

Prefix from English ground (that has been ground, earthing).

Origin

English

ground

Gloss

that has been ground, earthing

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