depth perception
noun
: the ability to judge the distance of objects and the spatial relationship of objects at different distances
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To combine this kind of depth perception with the galactic ache of an unreal love, of an undead infatuation, that was new.
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James Parker, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Here, depth perception, rapid targeting and motion tracking are critical skills for spotting prey above the water’s surface.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Six cameras create stereoscopic vision—depth perception built from slightly different angles, the way two eyes triangulate a curb.
—Eric Sullivan, Scientific American, 9 Jan. 2026
Unitree’s humanoids are powered by its proprietary AI models and feature quick-swappable batteries, depth perception systems, and payload capacities suitable for inspection and manipulation tasks.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
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James Parker, The Atlantic, 10 Feb. 2026
Here, depth perception, rapid targeting and motion tracking are critical skills for spotting prey above the water’s surface.
—Scott Travers, Forbes.com, 17 Jan. 2026
Six cameras create stereoscopic vision—depth perception built from slightly different angles, the way two eyes triangulate a curb.
—Eric Sullivan, Scientific American, 9 Jan. 2026
Unitree’s humanoids are powered by its proprietary AI models and feature quick-swappable batteries, depth perception systems, and payload capacities suitable for inspection and manipulation tasks.
—Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 8 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for depth perception
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“Depth perception.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/depth%20perception. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.
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