Definition

Describing a method of video scanning where the lines of each frame are drawn one after the other, rather than alternating lines.

Example

The new television model features a noninterlaced display for smoother images.

Conversation

Have you seen the new TV with the noninterlaced display technology?

Yeah, I heard it makes the picture quality so much better!

Exactly! I can't wait to watch movies on it.

Same here, I bet it will look amazing compared to my old one.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Noninterlaced → It is formed from "non-" (meaning not), "inter-" (meaning between), and "laced" (from the root "lace" meaning to interweave or intertwine). The word describes something that is not interwoven or intertwined.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('non-') being used to describe something that is 'not woven together' ('interlaced').

Visually Confused Words