dimension
US /dɪˈmɛnʃən/
Definition
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
Tested in TOEIC business and workplace contexts.
Examples
Please check the dimensions of the box before ordering the shelves.
Synonyms
- measurementthe act or process of assigning numbers to phenomena according to a rule
- aspecta distinct feature or element in a problem
Collocations
- Easy measure box dimensionsto measure box dimensions, meaning to determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of
- Medium add a new dimension to the teamto add a new dimension to the team, meaning to make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
- Hard multi-dimensional risk assessmenta collocation phrase: multi-dimensional risk assessment
- Very Hard uncover an ominous dimension to the scandalto uncover an ominous dimension to the scandal, meaning to make visible
Learner's English edition · Curated definitions for TOEIC learners.