jpeg

/ˈdʒeɪpɛɡ/

Definitions

1. noun

A standard unit of measurement for the size of digital images, typically expressed in pixels and measured in terms of megapixels.

“The photographer used a high-resolution JPEG image for the magazine cover.”

2. verb

To convert or save a digital image in the JPEG format.

“She JPEGed the photo and uploaded it to her social media account.”

3. proper noun

A Joint Photographic Experts Group, a committee of the International Organization for Standardization that developed the JPEG image format.

“The JPEG committee met in Paris to discuss updates to the image format.”

Synonyms

  • image format
  • picture format

Antonyms

  • gif
  • png