active‐matrix

[ ak-tiv-mey-triks ]
/ ˈæk tɪvˈmeɪ trɪks /

adjective Electronics.

of or relating to a high-resolution liquid-crystal display (LCD) with high contrast, the most common type of flat-panel display.
Compare passive-matrix.

Origin of active‐matrix

1990–95

British Dictionary definitions for active matrix

active matrix

noun

computing
  1. a liquid crystal display in which each pixel is individually controlled to provide a sharp image at a wide viewing angle; it is used in laptop and notebook computers
  2. (as modifier)an active-matrix screen