Four-dimensional
/ˌfɔːr daɪˈmenʃənl/adjective
Having four dimensions or aspects.
A four-dimensional model of the universe.
Often appears as...
- four-dimensional space
- four-dimensional model
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Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Beyond Tangible
Four-dimensional often moves beyond the physical into concepts or ideas that are not directly observable.
Artists sometimes aim to create four-dimensional installations that evoke the passage of time.
Pro Tip 2/3Time as Aspect
In many contexts, the fourth dimension is implied to be time or another abstract aspect.
The author included a four-dimensional aspect in her novel to highlight character development over years.
Pro Tip 3/3Complex Understanding
Relates to ideas that require a deeper understanding, not just surface-level knowledge.
The four-dimensional model helped students grasp the complexity of historical events.
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