Rendering

/ˈrɛndərɪŋ/

Meaning & Definition

noun
The action of presenting or interpreting something.
The artist’s rendering of the city skyline was breathtaking.
A version or interpretation of something, especially a performance.
The theater's rendering of the classic play attracted a large audience.
The process of converting a 3D model into a 2D image.
The computer's rendering of the animation took several hours.
A physical rendering of a work of art, such as a sculpture or painting.
The rendering of the statue was both detailed and lifelike.
verb
To provide or to give, especially a service or a performance.
The volunteer group will be rendering assistance to the community.
To cause to be; to make.
The situation rendered them speechless.
To represent or depict in a specific way, usually through artistic means.
The painter rendered the landscape in vibrant colors.

Etymology

From Middle English 'renderen', from Old French 'rendre', from Latin 'reddere'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

artist's rendering
An interpretation or drawing made by an artist to visualize a concept.
rendering service
The act of providing assistance or help.
render unto Caesar
To give to each what is due to them; often used in a moral or ethical context.

Related Words

render
To cause to be or to make.
rendition
A performance or interpretation of something.
depiction
The action of portraying something in a work of art.

Slang Meanings

A very detailed or high-quality digital image or graphics.
Check out the rendering on this game – it's insane!
To give something an impressive or dramatic presentation.
The rendering of his story was so vivid, I felt like I was there.