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dimensioning

dimensioning

8.2
Showing how big and where parts are on technical drawings
  • noun
  • Specialized
translation icon : dimensionamiento
  • Proper dimensioning is essential in technical drawings to ensure that every feature is correctly sized and placed.

So he starts off by setting out the dimensions that you had to take.

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Examples

  • Two sketches and an isometric drawing of fair quality with some correct dimensioning.

    Academic text (2013)
  • They have my technical drawing, they have all the sewing steps described, they have all the dimensions, and I still get the sample that looks different and needs correction.

  • So he starts off by setting out the dimensions that you had to take.

  • So you need those skirt dimensions as well.

  • Applies the rules of dimensioning and tolerancing.

    Academic text (2008)
  • The Skyline outdoor air handler features a custom modular and variable dimensioning design, giving engineers the flexibility to meet project requirements for indoor air quality, operating efficiency, and low-cost installation and maintenance.

    Academic text (2003)
  • The architect explained the process of dimensioning to accurately represent the building's size on the plans.

  • Before finalizing the blueprint, the engineer focused on dimensioning to specify the exact lengths and widths needed.

Synonyms

measurement
vsdimensioning
183 1.9

Finding how big, how much, or how strong something is by using numbers

focuses on marking sizes and positions for technical drawings instead of general numeric checking
sizing
vsdimensioning
3.7

The process of deciding how big things like clothes or boxes should be

focuses on marking size and position for technical drawings
mensuration
vsdimensioning
  • Specialized
9.9

Finding length, area, or volume of shapes in math

is about indicating sizes and positions for technical drawings rather than pure geometry

How Precise

specification
  • Specialized
75 4.4
dimensioning
  • Specialized
8.2
measurement
183 1.9
estimation
15 3.4

Surface Forms

dimensioning singular
dimensionings plural

Morphology

dimensioning = dimension (transparent) = dimension + ing

The noun is a regular deverbal -ing formation meaning the act or process of dimensioning.

Etymology

The word dimensioning comes from old Latin parts di- 'apart' and metiri 'to measure', and is like the words measure and meter. So, dimensioning is the act of measuring or showing the size and position of things in a drawing.