Gruix

Gruix is a Catalan noun meaning thickness, breadth, or density. It denotes the measure of how thick an object is or the vertical extent of a layer in various technical and everyday contexts. The term is commonly used in fields that specify dimensions, such as construction, engineering, and manufacturing, where gruix describes the thickness of materials, coatings, or components.

In geology, geotechnical engineering, and earth sciences, gruix refers to the vertical extent of a geological layer or soil stratum. It provides a quantitative description of how deep or thick a particular layer is, which can influence analyses, models, and decisions related to stability, drainage, or resource assessment. Figuratively, gruix can describe the intensity or depth of non-physical attributes, such as a story’s dramatic impact or the density of a crowd, though these uses are less formal.

Usage and regional variation: Gruix is a standard term in the Catalan lexicon for expressing physical dimensions and is widely understood in Catalan-speaking regions. It coexists with other, context-dependent terms for thickness, depending on regional preferences or professional jargon. In technical documentation, standards, and manuals written in Catalan, gruix is the conventional descriptor for the thickness dimension.

See also: Thickness, Grossor, Catalan language.