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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

longitudinal

/lɒŋɡɪˈtuːdɪnəl/ adjective · British & US
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What does longitudinal mean?

adjective

Relating to or extending in the direction of the length of something, especially a line or a curve. Involving or relating to the measurement of the distance from a reference point, such as a line or a curve.

Example

"The longitudinal study of the effects of climate change on global ecosystems has been ongoing for decades."

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