dimension

noun

1. magnitude or extent

e.g. a building of vast proportions

Synonym: proportion

2. the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length or width or height)

3. a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished

e.g. self-confidence is not an endearing property

Synonym: propertyattribute

4. one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space

dimension是什么意思

verb

1. shape or form to required dimensions

2. indicate the dimensions on

e.g. These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart

1. 方面;部分
A particular dimension of something is a particular aspect of it.

e.g. There is a political dimension to the accusations...
这些指控含有政治方面的因素。
e.g. This adds a new dimension to our work.
这给我们的工作增添了新的内容。

2. (情况或问题的)范围，规模，程度
If you talk about the dimensions of a situation or problem, you are talking about its extent and size.

e.g. He considers the dimensions of the problem...
他考虑了问题的严重程度。
e.g. The dimensions of the market collapse were certainly not anticipated.
股市崩盘的严重程度的确是没有预料到的。

3. （长、宽、高等的）量度;尺寸;大小;面积
A dimension is a measurement such as length, width, or height. If you talk about the dimensions of an object or place, you are referring to its size and proportions.

e.g. Drilling will continue on the site to assess the dimensions of the new oilfield...
该处的钻探工作将继续下去，以便估测新油田的面积。
e.g. I don't think it would spoil the dimensions of the room.
我不认为它会破坏房间的大小。

4. (数学和科学中的)维（度）
In mathematics and science, dimension is used in describing spatial concepts such as points, lines, and solids.

5. see also: fourth dimension

1. 规格：强大的承接工程队伍能力,能配合大型工程的急切需要,优良的施工安装技术 类型:塑胶地板 规格(Dimension): 23m~27m(L)×2.0m(w)×2.0㎜ 耐磨层:0.4㎜~0.55㎜ 适用范围:医院、办公室、宾馆、专卖店、展厅、健身房、疗养院、制药厂、家庭等.

2. 范围：换言之,他们能够习得经济斗争的程序与范围(dimension)以赢得更好的生活状况;他们颇为熟悉那些用于追求自身阶级利益的手段,譬如罢工、工会组织及宣传活动等等.

3. dimension：dim; 尺寸，维