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dimension

dimension

noun dee-mahn-SYOHN Rare

Also means

aspect

Usage Note

Dimension is used both in the physical sense (length, width, height) and figuratively to describe an aspect or scale of a problem. The plural dimensions often signals figurative use, as in prendre de nouvelles dimensions ('take on new dimensions'). The adjective dimensionnel is used in technical contexts.

Examples

"La salle a des dimensions impressionnantes."

Natural Translation

The room has impressive dimensions.

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