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geometry shader

A shader that can add or remove geometry.

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

geometry shader — A shader that can add or remove geometry.

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See also: vertex shader pixel shader.

Related Technical Terms

pixel shader
A shader that computes final pixel colors. Gaming
vertex shader
A shader that transforms 3D vertices. Gaming
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