Meaning of the word thickness in English

What does thickness mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

thickness

US /ˈθɪk.nəs/
UK /ˈθɪk.nəs/
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Noun

1.

the state or quality of being thick

Example:
The thickness of the ice made it safe to walk on.
We need to measure the thickness of the wall.
2.

a layer or mass of something thick

Example:
There was a thickness of dust on the old books.
The soup had a good thickness, not too watery.