What does WIDTH mean?

Parts of Speech

Width is a noun.

Definitions

Width refers to the measurement or extent of something from side to side. It is the distance between the two opposite sides of an object, space, or area.

Pronunciations

US: /wɪdθ/

UK: /wɪdθ/

Origin and Usage

The word "width" originated from the Old English word "wīdðu," which means "breadth, width." It has been in use since the 14th century and is commonly used in everyday language to describe the size or dimension of something.

Synonyms

• breadth
• dimension
• extent
• measurement
• span

Related Words

• depth
• height
• length
• range
• scope

Example Sentences

• The width of the room is ten feet.
• He measured the width of the river with a tape measure.
• The width of the bookshelf is too narrow for the books to fit.
• The width of the road was reduced due to construction.
• She calculated the width of the fabric needed for the dress.