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proportion
noun
Definition
The relationship between the dimensions of different parts of a building or structure.
In a sentence
“Classical architects developed detailed rules of proportion to ensure buildings appeared harmonious.”
Synonyms
ratioscalebalancedimensionality
Common collocations
- architectural proportion
- visual proportion
- proportion and scale
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