"Lengthwise" Pronounce,Meaning And Examples

"Lengthwise" Meaning

The word "lengthwise" is an adverb that means "in a direction parallel to the longest dimension" or "along the greatest extent of something". It can also mean "in a straight line from one end to the other".

"Lengthwise" Examples

Usage Examples of "lengthwise"

The carpenter cut the wood lengthwise to create two identical planks.
The skier descended the mountain lengthwise, avoiding the treacherous slope.
The shopper placed the long object horizontally on the shelf lengthwise to save space.
The artist painted the mural lengthwise across the entire wall of the museum.
The pilot flew the plane lengthwise over the city, marveling at the lake's shape below.