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dimension

US /dɪˈmɛnʃən/

noun Target · B2 Sản xuất & chất lượng

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 dimensions
    to measure box dimensions, meaning to determine the measurements of something or somebody, take measurements of
  • Medium add a new dimension to the team
    to 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 assessment
    a collocation phrase: multi-dimensional risk assessment
  • Very Hard uncover an ominous dimension to the scandal
    to uncover an ominous dimension to the scandal, meaning to make visible

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