dimension

• Nom désignant une étendue mesurable d'un certain type, telle que la longueur, la largeur, la hauteur ou la profondeur ; également utilisé au sens figuré pour décrire un aspect ou une caractéristique d'une situation.

A noun referring to a measurable extent of some kind, such as length, width, height, or depth; also used figuratively to describe an aspect or feature of a situation.

1. MeasurementB1formal

   A measurable extent of some kind, such as length, width, height, or depth.

   Dimension (mesure)

   • The dimensions of the room are 10 by 12 feet.
   • We need to take the dimensions of the box before shipping.
   • The architect specified the exact dimensions for the window.

   Synonymesextentmagnitudemeasuremeasurementproportionscalesize

2. B2formal

   A particular aspect or feature of a situation, problem, or thing.

   Aspect ou caractéristique

   • The ethical dimension of the decision was overlooked.
   • We must consider the social dimension of the policy.
   • The problem has a technical dimension that needs expert analysis.

   Synonymesangleaspectattributecharacteristicelementfacetfeatureside

3. Realm or planeB2informal

   A level of existence or a distinct world, often used in science fiction or philosophy.

   Dimension (plan d'existence)

   • The story explores a parallel dimension where time flows backward.
   • Scientists theorize about the existence of extra dimensions.
   • The hero traveled to another dimension to save the universe.

   Synonymesdomainlevelplanerealityrealmsphereuniverseworld

• Verbe utilisé pour désigner l'action de mesurer ou d'exprimer la taille, l'étendue ou les proportions de quelque chose, souvent dans un contexte technique ou mathématique.

A verb used to indicate the act of measuring or expressing the size, extent, or proportions of something, often in a technical or mathematical context.

1. To measure or mark dimensionsB2formal

   To measure or indicate the dimensions of an object, especially in technical drawing or design.

   dimensionner

   • The engineer dimensioned the blueprint carefully.
   • You need to dimension all parts of the model before production.
   • The architect dimensioned the room to ensure the furniture would fit.

   Synonymesgaugelay outmark outmeasuresize