width
Pronunciation
Noun
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Quick answer
The measurement of how wide something is from one side to the other.
Synonyms and antonyms
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Usage notes
Compare with "length" (how long something is) and "height" (how tall it is).
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "The table's _____ is too great to fit through the doorway."
Answer: width
In your own words, what does "width" mean?
The measurement of how wide something is from one side to the other.
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