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Longitudinal

usgb/ˌlɑːndʒəˈtuːdənl/Volume
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Used to describe the orientation along the longest part of an object or space. SlideThe longitudinal beams support the structure of the bridge.
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Refers to the direction following Earth's longitudes, from north to south. SlideThe river flows in a longitudinal direction with the meridian lines.
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Suggests measurement, comparison, or emphasis on the length of something. SlideThe field measurements were taken in a longitudinal manner from one end to the other.
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