perpendicular
/ˌpɜːpənˈdɪkjələ/ · /ˌpɝːpənˈdɪkjələr/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #6652 in the learning path
垂直的；成直角的
Definitions
adj. Meeting another line or surface at a right angle
垂直的；成直角的
adj. Rising straight up rather than sloping
直立的；陡直的
n. A line forming a right angle with another
垂线
Example
Keep the drill perpendicular to the wooden board.
让电钻与木板保持垂直。
The proposed cycle path runs perpendicular to the main road, creating a crossing that requires careful safety planning.
拟建自行车道与主干道垂直相交，形成的交叉口需要周密的安全规划。
Collocations
- perpendicular to
- perpendicular lines
- a perpendicular cliff
Word family
- perpendicularly (adv.)
- perpendicularity (n.)
Antonyms
- parallel
Usage tip
表示与某物垂直用perpendicular to，不用with。
FAQ
- What does perpendicular mean?
- Meeting another line or surface at a right angle Rising straight up rather than sloping A line forming a right angle with another
- How is perpendicular pronounced?
- UK /ˌpɜːpənˈdɪkjələ/, US /ˌpɝːpənˈdɪkjələr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
