three-dimensional
adjective
three-di·men·sion·al
ˈthrē-də-ˈmen(t)-sh(ə-)nəl 
also -dī-
1
: of, relating to, or having three dimensions
2
: giving the illusion of depth or varying distances
—used especially of an image or a pictorial representation on a two-dimensional medium when this illusion is enhanced by stereoscopic means
3
: describing or being described in well-rounded completeness
a three-dimensional analysis of multiple historical processes—
L. L. Snyder
L. L. Snyder4
: true to life : lifelike
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an actress who has been acclaimed for her three-dimensional portrayal of the celebrated monarch
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And what a paper doll really is, is a two-dimensional depiction of something that in reality is three-dimensional.
—Sam Reed, Glamour, 11 Mar. 2025
The silk is cut into small triangular pieces, folded and layered outward, creating a rich and three-dimensional texture with vibrant colors.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The result is highly detailed three-dimensional imaging of soft tissues.
—IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
Pieces can be any media or mixed-media and two- or three-dimensional, an Art League news release said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
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Sam Reed, Glamour, 11 Mar. 2025
The silk is cut into small triangular pieces, folded and layered outward, creating a rich and three-dimensional texture with vibrant colors.
—Gemma A. Williams, Forbes, 11 Mar. 2025
The result is highly detailed three-dimensional imaging of soft tissues.
—IEEE Spectrum, 5 Mar. 2025
Pieces can be any media or mixed-media and two- or three-dimensional, an Art League news release said.
—Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 5 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for three-dimensional
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“Three-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three-dimensional. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.
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