Die Dimension
Example: Die Dimension der Maschine beeinflusst ihre Leistung deutlich.
Definition
"Dimension" in technical contexts refers to a measurable extent or size of an object, such as length, width, or height, which directly affects the object's functionality or performance. For example, the dimension of a machine influences its efficiency and operational capacity.
Etymology
The word "Dimension" comes from the Latin 'dimensio,' meaning 'a measuring out.' It entered German through French and Latin, reflecting the idea of quantifying physical space or extent. Did you know? The term originally related to measuring land or space, which nicely connects to its modern usage in technical fields.
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"Die Dimension" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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