Proportion

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NOUN

the quotient obtained when the magnitude of a part is divided by the magnitude of the whole

magnitude or extent

balance among the parts of something

the relation between things (or parts of things) with respect to their comparative quantity, magnitude, or degree

harmonious arrangement or relation of parts or elements within a whole (as in a design)

VERB

give pleasant proportions to

adjust in size relative to other things

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