thickness

noun

thick·​ness ˈthik-nəs 

1

: the smallest of three dimensions

length, width, and thickness

2

: the quality or state of being thick

3

a

: viscous consistency

boiled to the thickness of honey

b

: the condition of being smoky, foul, or foggy

4

: the thick part of something

5

: concentration, density

6

: stupidity, dullness

7

: layer, ply, sheet

a single thickness of canvas

Synonyms

• consistence
• consistency
• density
• viscidity
• viscosity

Examples of thickness in a Sentence

The plank measures two inches in thickness.

the length, circumference, and thickness of the log

Plywood is available in various thicknesses.

Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the steak.

I added flour to increase the gravy's thickness.

I was surprised by the thickness of his accent.

Recent Examples on the Web

This pre-op planning device produces a futuristic 3D model of the head and performs a split-hair digital analysis of hair thickness, density, and average hair strands per root. —Chris Gallagher, USA TODAY, 21 Apr. 2024

Such device integration would then in turn reduce the complexity and thickness of the device. —IEEE Spectrum, 19 Apr. 2024

Additionally, study authors noted lower inflammatory markers and fewer depressive symptoms among participants, as well as greater thickness of their temporal cortexes. —Lauryn Higgins, Health, 16 Apr. 2024

This way the thickness and consistency of the product isn’t impacted. —Mark Anderson, Discover Magazine, 3 Apr. 2024

Asparagus usually cooks in about 6 to 14 minutes, depending on the cooking method, the thickness of the stalks and, of course, how tender or crisp you like it. —Katie Workman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Apr. 2024

Roast in the oven until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of the meat reaches 125 to 130 degrees for medium-rare, about 40 minutes, depending on the thickness of the lamb (the internal temperature will increase slightly while resting). —Lynda Balslev, The Mercury News, 25 Mar. 2024

The surgeon makes a tiny incision, usually with a small pointed scalpel, between the clear and white part of the eye to gain access to the lens capsule, a thin membrane similar in thickness to a plastic produce bag at the grocery store. —Discover Magazine, 27 Mar. 2024

Place each piece of chicken between 2 sheets of wax paper, and pound to 1/8-inch thickness using a meat mallet or rolling pin. —Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 22 Mar. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

thickness

noun

thick·​ness ˈthik-nəs 

1

: the quality or state of being thick

2

: the smallest of three dimensions

length, width, and thickness

3

: the thick part of something

4

: layer entry 1 sense 2

a single thickness of canvas