Definition of: perspective

(pər·spek′tiv) noun
1. The art or theory of representing, by a drawing made on a flat or curved surface, solid objects or surfaces conceived of as not lying in that surface; delineation of objects as they appear to the eye.
2. The art of conveying the impression of depth and distance; representation of scenes as they appear to the eye, by means of correct drawing, shading, etc.
3. The effect of distance upon the appearance of objects, by means of which the eye judges spatial relations.
4. The relative importance of facts or matters from any special point of view; also, their presentation with just regard to their proportional importance.
5. A distant view; vista; prospect: also figuratively.
6. A picture giving the illusion of a scene of nature.
—aerial perspective The art of indicating the relative distances of objects by gradations of tone and color.
—linear perspective The art or method of producing an appearance of distance by means of converging lines.
—adjective Pertaining to the art of perspective; also, drawn in perspective. [<Med. L perspectiva (ars) optical (art) <LL perspectivus optical <L perspectus, pp. of perspicere <per- through + specere look]
—per·spec′tive·ly adverb
PERSPECTIVE
ab. Horizon
c. Vanishing point (point of sight)
dc. Line of sight
ef. Ground line