dybde

noun
  1. A Norwegian and Danish word that translates to 'depth' in English, referring to the distance from the top or surface to the bottom of something. noun
    The dybde of the ocean is measured in meters.
    The dybde of the well was too great to see the bottom.
  2. Used metaphorically to describe the complexity or profundity of a subject or situation. noun
    The dybde of his knowledge on the subject was impressive.
    She appreciated the dybde of the novel's characters.