longitudinal Meaning, Definition & Usage
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adjective of or relating to lines of longitude
- longitudinal reckoning by the navigator
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adjective satellite running lengthwise
- a thin longitudinal strip
- longitudinal measurements of the hull
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adjective satellite over an extended time
- a longitudinal study of twins
WordNet
Lon`gi*tu"di*nal adjective
Etymology
Cf. F.Definitions
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Of or pertaining to longitude or length; as, .longitudinal distance -
Extending in length; in the direction of the length; running lengthwise, as distinguished from transverse; Cheyne.as, the .longitudinal diameter of a body
Lon`gi*tu"di*nal noun
Definitions
A railway sleeper lying parallel with the rail.
