
Lengthways
Action Orientation
Often used with actions involving cutting or dividing something like food or paper.
Please cut the cake lengthways into equal portions.
Visualize Geometry
Imagine the longest side of an object; that's where 'lengthways' refers to.
Fold the cloth lengthways before sewing.
Not Widthways
Contrasts with 'widthways,' which would mean cutting across the shorter side.
Split the log lengthways, not widthways, for the fireplace. Compare with
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