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Meaning of Fuzzy
The primary meaning of the word "Fuzzy" is related to something being unclear or difficult to perceive.
Definitions
- Having a frizzy or fluffy texture, typically referring to hair or fabric
- Not clear or distinct in outline or shape, often due to being out of focus or blurred
- Uncertain or vague in meaning or definition
- Relating to or using fuzzy logic, a mathematical approach to dealing with uncertainty
Etymology of Fuzzy
The word "Fuzzy" originated in the mid-17th century, initially used to describe something as frizzy or fluffy
The term gained broader usage in the 20th century, particularly in the context of photography and image processing, to describe something as blurred or out of focus
In the late 20th century, the term "fuzzy" was adopted in mathematics and computer science to describe fuzzy logic and its applications
Example Uses
- The fuzzy edges of the photograph made it difficult to identify the subject
- The concept of fuzzy logic is used in artificial intelligence to handle uncertain or imprecise data
- The fuzzy hair on the teddy bear made it look cute and cuddly
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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