diameter; caliber; specifications; policy stance
Meanings
3 senses · 10 examplesnoun
diameter of a circular opening (of a utensil, instrument, pipe, etc.)
Commonly used for physical measurements of tubes, guns, telescopes, and pipes.
This astronomical telescope has a diameter of 500 millimeters.
The diameter of this pipe is 10 centimeters.
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Large-caliber artillery has greater firepower.
noun
specifications; requirements; (matching) standards
Describes compatibility or consistency between parts, requirements, or standards.
The screw and nut specifications do not match.
These two parts have incompatible specifications and cannot be assembled.
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The standards they proposed are too high for us to meet.
noun
policy stance; official line; approach (to an issue)
formalFigurative usage referring to a unified or consistent position, often in political, organizational, or formal contexts. Implies having a coordinated message or standard.
Hold a meeting to unify our policy stance.
We two need to keep our stories straight.
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External publicity line/policy
The government's stance on this issue is very clear.