dimension dimension /dɪˈmɛnʃən/

noun

1. () The magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length, width or height)  ( dimension )
   the magnitude of something in a particular direction (especially length, width or height)
    The dimensions of the box were 6 x 8 x 10 inches
   The dimensions of the box were 6 x 8 x 10 inches
   
2. () A construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished  ( property , attribute , dimension )
   a construct whereby objects or individuals can be distinguished
    Self-confidence is not an endearing property
   self-confidence is not an endearing property
   
3. () Magnitude or extent  ( dimension , proportion )
   magnitude or extent
    A building of vast proportions
   a building of vast proportions
   
4. () One of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space  ( dimension )
   one of three Cartesian coordinates that determine a position in space
    The third dimension in Cartesian coordinates is depth.
   The third dimension in Cartesian coordinates is depth.
   
   

verb

1. Shape or form to required dimensions  ( dimension )
   shape or form to required dimensions
   
2. Indicate the dimensions on  ( dimension )
   indicate the dimensions on
    These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart
   These techniques permit us to dimension the human heart