dimension

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/daɪˈmɛnʃən/ English

Definitions

noun

A single aspect of a given thing.
A measure of spatial extent in a particular direction, such as height, width or breadth, or depth.
A construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished.
The number of independent coordinates needed to specify uniquely the location of a point in a space; also, any of such independent coordinates.

verb

To mark, cut or shape something to specified dimensions.

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Synonyms

aspect attribute property magnitude proportion scope size side angle distance sphere focus universe level component part matter sized

Associated

fractal projective manifold dimensions dimensional euclidean affine invariant algebraic orthogonal vector matrices

Rhymes

apprehension contention condescension convention comprehension retention dissension pretension tension invention

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