Longitudinally
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌlɒŋ.ɡɪˈtjuːd.ɪ.n(ə).li/ · Part of speech adverb
Quick meaning: Longitudinally is an adverb meaning Along lines of longitude, in the direction from pole to pole, meridianally.
Meaning
Along lines of longitude, in the direction from pole to pole, meridianally.
More Meanings
- (sciences and social sciences) By sampling data over time rather than merely once.
- Lengthwise (rather than crosswise).
Example Sentences
Since then we have had the opportunity to travel in them and were much impressed by the internal styling and comfort of the seating (with the minor exception of the single seats which have been tucked in longitudinally alongside some of the entrance vestibules and which are so cramped that only the slimmest of female figures could be comfortable in them; the space they occupy would have been better utilised to increase standing room).
Synonyms for longitudinally
Depending on context, synonyms include lengthwise, longways, longwise.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include lengthwise, longways, longwise, vertically, meridianally, longintudinally.
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