varying
/ˈvɛəɹiɪŋ/
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Also seen as: varyings
Meaning · English
A kind of variable, used by a fragment shader, that interpolates values across a primitive, so as to produce gradient effects etc.
Noun
Examples
Another consideration to the relationship between vertex and fragment shaders is that adding too many additional varyings can be a drag on performance since they must all be interpolated […]
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “varying” mean?
A kind of variable, used by a fragment shader, that interpolates values across a primitive, so as to produce gradient effects etc.
Is “varying” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.