Definition: A lossy graphics format best suited for photographs and images with a lot of colors. It's an acronym that stands for Joint Photographic Experts Group.
Pronunciation: jay peg - (acronym)
Also Known As: JPG
Common Misspellings: JPeG
JPEG
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