Definition:Linear Measure/Breadth
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Definition
Breadth is linear measure in a dimension perpendicular to length.
In the context of a two-dimensional geometric figure, the breadth is in the plane of that figure.
In a three-dimensional figure, the choice of which direction is referred to as breadth is often arbitrary.
Also known as
The breadth of a figure is also known as its width.