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to dimension

to dimension

1 7.8
To mark the measurements on a drawing or object
  • verb
  • /dɪˈmɛnʃən/
  • Specialized
translation icon : dimensionar
  • This model can be used to generate dimensioned piping isometrics with virtually no effort simply by selecting the desired line numbers.

Examples

  • Next, I created a sketch on my origin plane, added a pentagon, and dimensioned it.

    Blog text (16)

  • I have a full set of dimensioned blueprints (including GDT) that I made myself with calipers and micrometers from the AR-15 lower I bought years ago.

    Blog text (4)

  • Two detailed sketches and an isometric drawing, properly dimensioned and of high quality.

    Academic text (2013)

  • At least two sketches and an isometric drawing of a small portion of a device are properly dimensioned.

    Academic text (2013)

  • The students start out by creating a fully dimensioned 3-D model (i.e., part file) of their wheel design, similar to the one shown in Figure 1.

    Academic text (2010)

  • The engineer dimensioned the components accurately to ensure a perfect fit in the assembly.

  • Before fabrication, it's crucial to dimension the design to avoid any fitting issues later.

  • To create the blueprint, the architect must dimension the space according to local building codes.

Synonyms

to gauge
vsto dimension
  • Specialized
3 4.5

To adjust something to a required size or measurement

marks or specifies measurements rather than tuning to meet a standard

Compounds

new dimension
9 3.8

An extra part that makes something more detailed or interesting

fourth dimension
  • Specialized
4 8.5

An extra dimension beyond length, width and height often used for time

third dimension
2 4.0

Depth that makes objects look solid instead of flat

How Precise

to specify
118 3.5
to dimension
  • Specialized
1 7.8
to measure
700 1.0
to mark
203 1.4
to sketch
45 3.0

Surface Forms

dimension infinitive
dimensioned past
dimensioned past participle
dimensioning present participle
dimensions third person singular

Etymology

Dimension as a verb comes from the same Latin dimensio and metiri, which mean 'to measure', and is like the English verb measure. So to dimension something is to mark or give its measurements.