dimension

The word “dimension” means a measurable extent of something, such as its length, width, height, or depth. In plain terms, a measurement of size, or, more broadly, one particular angle or side of something complicated.

“Dimension” is pronounced deye-MEHN-shuhn (/dɪˈmɛn.ʃən/ in IPA).

Here is “dimension” used in a sentence: “Please send us the dimensions of the package before shipping.”

Words with a similar meaning to “dimension” include construct whereby objects and individuals can be distinguished.

“Dimension” is a noun.

The word “dimension” comes from Latin. From Latin "dīmēnsiō", "a measuring out", from "dīmētior", "to measure".

“Dimension” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

“Dimension” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a measurable extent of something, such as its length, width, height, or depth.

The dimensions of an object are its measurable extents, most commonly its length, width, and height or depth. Giving an object's dimensions means stating these measurements, as in "the box's dimensions are 30 by 20 by 10 inches."

A dimension is a measurable extent of something, such as its length, width, height, or depth, while a measurement is the act of measuring or the figure you obtain. The dimensions of a table are properties of the table itself; the measurements are the numbers you record when you measure them.