What does it mean to “translate” a graphic object?

Question

Not a long question. Can someone explain what the word "translation" means in the context of graphics? Many thanks.

Answer 1

A translation simply moves something (up, down or sideways).

Answer 2

Moving an object - do not rotate or scale or distort it, just move it

Answer 3

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Answer 4

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In ordinary 2d / 3d geometry, this is achieved by adding or subtracting values ​​to move the beginning of one system to the orgin of another.

Ie - move an object from one place to another.

(Ps this is somewhat simplified.)