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proportion

/prəˈpɒʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does proportion mean?

noun

A relation of one quantity to another, especially of the parts of a whole to the whole or to each other. A proportionate or suitable amount or degree.

Example

"The architect ensured that the proportions of the building were in harmony with its surroundings."

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