Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
third-dimension
Noun
/θɜrd dɪˈmɛnʃən/
Definition
The third dimension refers to the physical space that adds depth to the two dimensions of height and width.
Examples
- The artist struggled to create depth in her drawings, aiming to represent objects in the third dimension.
- In physics, understanding the third dimension is crucial for studying movement and interactions of objects.
Meaning
In a three-dimensional space, objects have length, width, and height, allowing us to perceive them in a more realistic way.
Synonyms
- Spatial dimension
- Three-dimensionality
- Depth
