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fourth dimension

/fɔːrθ daɪˈmenʃən/

翻译: 物理学和数学中的概念,指在三个空间维度(长、宽、高)之外,将时间视为空间-时间中的第四维坐标。也泛指超出日常三维经验的额外维度。

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/fɔːrθ daɪˈmenʃən/C1formalscientific
  • zh物理学和数学中的概念,指在三个空间维度(长、宽、高)之外,将时间视为空间-时间中的第四维坐标。也泛指超出日常三维经验的额外维度。

A concept in physics and mathematics referring to time as the fourth coordinate in spacetime, beyond the three spatial dimensions of length, width, and height.

  1. Time as a dimensionC1formal

    In physics, the concept of time as a fourth dimension alongside the three spatial dimensions, forming spacetime.

    zh第四维

    • Einstein's theory of relativity treats time as the fourth dimension.
    • In the fourth dimension, events are described by their position in space and time.
    • Understanding the fourth dimension is crucial for modern cosmology.
  2. Metaphorical or abstract conceptB2informal

    A figurative reference to something beyond ordinary experience or perception.

    zh隐喻或抽象概念

    • The artist's work seems to explore a fourth dimension of emotion.
    • Some people describe deep meditation as entering a fourth dimension.
    • The novel's plot twists feel like they come from a fourth dimension of reality.