Dimensible

/dɪˈmɛnsɪbəl/ adjective

Definition

Capable of being measured or having dimensions; able to be assessed or quantified.

Etymology

From Latin 'dimensibilis' (measurable) via 'dimensus' (measured). Built from 'dimension' + '-ible' (capable of), following medieval and Renaissance philosophical terminology.

Kelly Says

Dimensible is a philosophy and science term meaning 'you can actually measure it'—it's the opposite of the intangible stuff that keeps philosophers arguing late at night!

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