The width



Example: The width determines how much space is required

Definition


"The width" refers to the measurement or extent of something from side to side, indicating how broad or wide an object or space is. It determines how much horizontal space is occupied or required in a given context.

Etymology


The term "width" originates from the Old English word 'width' or 'wiðth,' related to 'wide,' which means broad or spacious. It has Germanic roots, tracing back to words that signify expansion or breadth, emphasizing the concept of side-to-side measurement.

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"The width" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 6", containing 114 commonly used words.
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