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Noise reduction

Also called: denoise

ELI5

Computer work used to reduce unwanted image noise or grain-like variation.

Used in conversation

“We need to finish noise reduction before the next post handoff.”

Definition

Processing used to reduce unwanted image noise or grain-like variation.

Here “Noise reduction” means: Processing used to reduce unwanted image noise or grain-like variation. Other meanings are stored as separate sense entries and must be chosen explicitly.

Pitch context

You may encounter “Noise reduction” in editing, colour, post & delivery conversations or materials.

Why it matters: Explains how recorded material becomes a finished, approved and technically deliverable work.

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Supporting source families. This entry is an editorial synthesis rather than a quotation from one canonical glossary.