Deconvolve

/ˌdiːkənˈvɒlv/ verb

Definition

To perform deconvolution; to mathematically reverse the effects of convolution on signals or images.

Etymology

From 'deconvolution' reanalyzed as a verb, or independently from 'de-' + 'convolve' (to perform convolution). A technical term used in signal processing, imaging, and mathematics.

Kelly Says

When astronomers deconvolve images from telescopes, they're essentially sharpening what the telescope sees, removing the blur caused by atmospheric interference—it's like digital telescope repair.

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