dimensions; measurements; size
Refers to the measured size or physical dimensions of an object, clothing, room, part, etc. Common in phrases such as 寸法を測る and 寸法が合う.
Before buying the shelf, I measured the dimensions of the place where it would go.
The shoulder measurements of this shirt are a little off.
plan; arrangement; intended course
Used for how something is planned or arranged to work out, often in the pattern 〜という寸法だ. It can sound somewhat conversational or explanatory compared with straightforward 計画.
The plan is that I explain first, and then Tanaka demonstrates.
If we use this discount, the arrangement is that it will fit within the budget.
I measured the room's dimensions before buying furniture.
The idea is that if you go to bed early, you'll be able to wake up early.
These pants don't fit right.
I had my measurements taken at the tailor's.
assumed-size aggregate
adjustable-size aggregate