thickness

noun

ˈthik-nəs How to pronounce thickness (audio)
Definition of thicknessnext
1
as in consistency
the degree to which a fluid can resist flowing beat the eggs and sugar until the mixture has the thickness of heavy cream

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as in density
the quality or state of lacking intelligence or quickness of mind turkeys are now known to be smarter than once thought, refuting their reputation for thickness

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Recent Examples of thickness In this case, the pencil has a thickness and twirls in three dimensions. — Joseph Howlett, Quanta Magazine, 14 Mar. 2025 With a thickness of just 6.25 mm, it is expected to overtake the iPhone 6 (6.9mm) as the thinnest iPhone ever. — Jibin Joseph, PCMAG, 12 Mar. 2025 While there are certainly products that can be used across different hair textures, lengths, curl patterns, thicknesses, colors (natural and unnatural), and needs, hair products are often created with specific consumers in mind. — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 11 Mar. 2025 The Antarctic ice sheet, which covers 98% of the continent, averages around 1.2 miles in thickness, with its thickest point reaching nearly 3 miles, the Australian Antarctic Program reports. — Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 14 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for thickness
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  1. consistency
  2. density
  3. consistence
Noun
  • This moment demands clarity, consistency and a commitment to the long game.
    — Aniela Unguresan, Forbes, 17 Mar. 2025
  • The consistency is somewhere in between liquid and cream, which is definitely a win in my book.
    — Denise Primbet, Glamour, 16 Mar. 2025
Definition of consistency
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  • Zoning allows a maximum density of 35 units per acre (or 225 to 260 units), such as with four- or five-story apartment buildings.
    — Nick Rosenberger, Idaho Statesman, 16 Mar. 2025
  • The higher the density, the harder the ball, and the better the performance for the seasoned golfer who has mastered control of his or her swing.
    — BestReviews, The Mercury News, 13 Mar. 2025
Definition of density
Noun
  • These blushes have soft, creamy, and looser consistences that people use for a more dewy, glowy look, but there’s nothing like the natural finish that a powder blush provides.
    — Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
  • The league hasn’t seen this level of consistence performance on both ends of the floor since the Golden State Warriors from 2014-2017.
    — Tom Rende, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025
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