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   Di·men·sion

   /dəˈmen(t)SH(ə)n/

   

   noun

   • 1. a measurable extent of some kind, such as length, breadth, depth, or height: "the final dimensions of the pond were 14 ft. x 8 ft" Similar proportionsmeasurementsextentsizelengthwidthbreadthdepthareavolumecapacityfootageacreage
   • ▪ a mode of linear extension of which there are three in space and two on a flat surface, which corresponds to one of a set of coordinates specifying the position of a point.
   • ▪ an expression for a derived physical quantity in terms of fundamental quantities such as mass, length, or time, raised to the appropriate power (acceleration, for example, having the dimension of length × time −2).
   • 2. an aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing: "sun-dried tomatoes add a new dimension to this sauce" Similar aspectfeatureelementfacetside

   verb

   • 1. form or shape (something) to particular measurements: "the seats and backrests are dimensioned to withstand high loads from items such as unsecured luggage"
   • ▪ mark (a diagram) with measurements: "the goal is to dimension the drawing clearly so that the parts are built to your specification"

   Word Origin late Middle English (in dimension (sense 1 of the noun)): via Old French from Latin dimensio(n-), from dimetiri ‘measure out’. dimension (sense 2 of the noun) dates from the 1920s.

   Derivatives

   • 1. dimensionless adjective
   • 2. dimensionality noun
   • 3. dimensionally adjective

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2. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › dimensionDimension Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of DIMENSION is measure in one direction; specifically : one of three coordinates determining a position in space or four coordinates determining a position in space and time. How to use dimension in a sentence.

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   Dimension definition: a property of space; extension in a given direction. See examples of DIMENSION used in a sentence.

4. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishDIMENSION | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   a measurement of something in a particular direction, especially its height, length, or width: The estate agent's brochure specifies the dimensions of each room. approximate / exact / precise dimensions. a part or feature of something: Good managers will analyse every dimension of job satisfaction.

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   a measurement of something in a particular direction, especially its height, length, or width: The estate agent's brochure specifies the dimensions of each room. approximate / exact / precise dimensions. a part or feature of something: Good managers will analyse every dimension of job satisfaction.

6. www.vocabulary.com › dictionary › DimensionDimension - Definition, Meaning & Synonyms | Vocabulary.com

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   A dimension is the measurement of something in physical space. You might give the painters every dimension of the rooms you want painted, including depth, height, and width. In addition to physical objects, dimension can describe something less tangible, such as the magnitude or extent of something. You might be shocked by the dimension of ...

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   Define dimension. dimension synonyms, dimension pronunciation, dimension translation, English dictionary definition of dimension. n. 1. A measure of spatial extent, especially width, height, or length. 2. often dimensions Extent or magnitude; scope: a problem of alarming dimensions.

8. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishDIMENSION definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   noun. 1. (often plural) a measurement of the size of something in a particular direction, such as the length, width, height, or diameter. 2. (often plural) scope; size; extent. a problem of enormous dimensions. 3. aspect. a new dimension to politics.

9. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › us › definitiondimension noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Definition of dimension noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryDIMENSION definition in American English | Collins English...

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    A dimension is a measurement such as length, width, or height. If you talk about the dimensions of an object or place, you are referring to its size and proportions.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › learner-englishDIMENSION | meaning - Cambridge Learner's Dictionary

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    DIMENSION definition: 1. a particular part of a situation, especially something that affects how you think or feel: 2. a…. Learn more.