depth

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depth (plural depths)

1. The vertical distance below a surface; the amount that something is deep.

   Measure the depth of the water in this part of the bay.

2. The distance between the front and the back, as the depth of a drawer or closet.
3. (figuratively) The intensity, complexity, strength, seriousness or importance of an emotion, or situation.

   The depth of her misery was apparent to everyone.

   The depth of the crisis had been exaggerated.

4. (computing, colors) The total palette of available colors.
5. (art, photography) The property of appearing three-dimensional.

   The depth of field in this picture is amazing.

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• deep
• depth charge
• in depth

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