width

• Substantiv, das die Ausdehnung oder Erstreckung von einer Seite zur anderen bezeichnet, oft die kürzere Seite eines Objekts im Vergleich zur Länge; auch die Breite eines Spektrums oder einer Bandbreite.

A noun referring to the measurement or extent of something from side to side, typically less than its length.

1. Measurement acrossA2formal

   The measurement or extent of something from side to side.

   Breite

   • The width of the table is 120 centimeters.
   • Measure the width of the door before buying a new one.
   • The river's width varies depending on the season.

   Synonymebreadthbroadnessspanwideness

   Antonymedepthheightlength

2. Range or breadthB2formal

   The range or extent of something, often used metaphorically.

   Breite oder Umfang

   • The width of her knowledge on the subject is impressive.
   • The width of the canyon is breathtaking.
   • The width of the fabric determines how many curtains you can make.

   Synonymebreadthcompassextentrangescopespansweep