"dimension" in the noun sense
1. dimension
the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)
2. property, attribute, dimension
a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished
"self-confidence is not an endearing property"
3. dimension
one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space
4. proportion, dimension
magnitude or extent
"a building of vast proportions"
"dimension" in the verb sense
1. dimension
indicate the dimensions on
"These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart"
2. dimension
shape or form to required dimensions
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