Dimensioning: meaning, definitions and examples

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dimensioning

 

[ dɪˈmɛnʃənɪŋ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

technical field

Dimensioning refers to the process of defining the size, shape, and location of features on a technical drawing or design. It is crucial in engineering and architectural contexts to ensure that all parts are correctly manufactured and assembled. Proper dimensioning provides clarity and accuracy in communication about specifications.

Synonyms

design outline, measurement, specification

Examples of usage

  • The dimensioning on the blueprint was clear and accurate.
  • Correct dimensioning is essential in mechanical design.
  • Poor dimensioning can lead to manufacturing errors.

Translations

Translations of the word "dimensioning" in other languages:

🇵🇹 dimensionamento

🇮🇳 आयाम निर्धारण

🇩🇪 Dimensionierung

🇮🇩 dimensinya

🇺🇦 вимірювання

🇵🇱 wymiarowanie

🇯🇵 寸法設定

🇫🇷 dimensionnement

🇪🇸 dimensionamiento

🇹🇷 boyutlandırma

🇰🇷 치수 설정

🇸🇦 تحديد الأبعاد

🇨🇿 dimenzování

🇸🇰 dimenzovanie

🇨🇳 尺寸定义

🇸🇮 dimenzioniranje

🇮🇸 víddarmörkun

🇰🇿 өлшемдеу

🇬🇪 განზომილება

🇦🇿 ölçüləndirmə

🇲🇽 dimensionamiento

Etymology

The term 'dimension' comes from the Latin word 'dimensio' which means 'measuring.' It was adopted into English in the late 14th century to refer to the measurement of a geometric magnitude. Over time, 'dimensioning' evolved to specifically denote the process of marking out dimensions on drawings and schematics. It became especially important during the Industrial Revolution when precision in manufacturing became critical. As technology advanced, the language and practices associated with dimensioning adapted to include the use of CAD (Computer-Aided Design) tools, which significantly increased the efficiency and accuracy of dimensioning in engineering fields.