dimensional

adjective

di·​men·​sion·​al -chənᵊl How to pronounce dimensional (audio)
-chnəl
1
: of or relating to dimension
the dimensional stability of properly set nylon fabrics precludes trouble due to shrinkageH. R. Mauersberger
2
a
: having dimension
never matures as a dimensional character; he is pasty, bland, facelessNorman Cousins
b
: having a specified number of dimensions

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“Dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dimensional. Accessed 25 Dec. 2025.

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