3–D

noun \ˈthrē-ˈdē\

Definition of 3-D

: a three-dimensional form; also : an image or a picture produced in it

— 3–D adjective

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D, abbreviation of dimensional

First Known Use: 1951

3-D Defined for Kids

adjective \ˈthrē-ˈdē\

: three-dimensional 2 <a 3-D movie>

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