dimension

(noun, verb)

noun

1. the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)

Definition categories: attribute, magnitude

2. a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished

Similar word(s): attribute, property

Definition categories: thought, concept, conception, construct

3. one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space

Definition categories: thought

4. magnitude or extent

Similar word(s): proportion

Definition categories: attribute, magnitude

Sentences with dimension as a noun:

- The dimension of velocity is length divided by time.

verb

1. indicate the dimensions on

- These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart

Definition categories: communication, mark

2. shape or form to required dimensions

Definition categories: change, form, shape