Meaning & Definition of word "Width"
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Width
/wɪdθ/
noun:
- 1. The measurement or extent of something from side to side; the smaller dimension of an object.
- Example: The width of the table is four feet.
- 2. The state of being wide; breadth.
- Example: The width of the river made it difficult to cross without a bridge.
- 3. A measurement of distance across an object, usually considered less than its length.
- Example: To design the frame correctly, we need to know the width of the canvas.
- 4. A horizontal measurement; the quality of being broad.
- Example: The artist emphasized the width of the landscape in her painting.
- 5. A degree of openness or distance across an area or object.
- Example: The width of the doorway allows for easy access for large equipment.
Etymology
Middle English, from Old English 'widh', which is akin to Old Norse 'vǫttr' meaning 'width'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
width of field:
The total area available for consideration.
narrow in width:
Having a limited extent from side to side.
wide width:
A measurement that is broad or extensive.
Related Words
broad:
Having a wide extent.
span:
The full extent of something from end to end.
dimension:
A measurable extent of some kind, such as width, height, or length.
Slang Meanings of width
Meaning: To take up space or be excessively large.
Example Sentence: That outfit is so wide; it takes up the whole room!