Perpendicular Synonyms & Definitions

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• PerpendicularDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) A line at right angles to the plane of the horizon; a vertical line or direction.
2. (a.) At right angles to a given line or surface; as, the line ad is perpendicular to the line bc.
3. (a.) Exactly upright or vertical; pointing to the zenith; at right angles to the plane of the horizon; extending in a right line from any point toward the center of the earth.
4. (n.) A line or plane falling at right angles on another line or surface, or making equal angles with it on each side.

• PerpendicularityDefinition & Meaning in English

1. (n.) The quality or state of being perpendicular.