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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By comparing the data from each antenna, the team was able to reconstruct a three-dimensional image of the lightning, mapping out the path of the bolts.
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But if photographs are flat, containing only the illusion of depth, Whitten’s paintings are three-dimensional.
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Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 21 Mar. 2025
By comparing the data from each antenna, the team was able to reconstruct a three-dimensional image of the lightning, mapping out the path of the bolts.
—Thomas G. Moukawsher, Newsweek, 21 Mar. 2025
But if photographs are flat, containing only the illusion of depth, Whitten’s paintings are three-dimensional.
—Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 20 Mar. 2025
Wynn-Williams’ depiction of Sandberg is certainly three-dimensional.
—Michael Hiltzik, Los Angeles Times, 20 Mar. 2025
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“Three-dimensional.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/three-dimensional. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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