Meaning of the word proportions in English

What does proportions mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

proportions

US /prəˈpɔrʃənz/
UK /prəˈpɔːʃənz/

Plural Noun

1.

the size or extent of something

Example:
The house was built on a grand scale, with impressive proportions.
The artist struggled to get the human figure's proportions correct.
2.

the relationship of one thing to another in terms of quantity, size, or amount

Example:
The recipe calls for equal proportions of sugar and flour.
The proportions of ingredients in the cocktail were perfect.