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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

laterally

/ˈleɪtərəli/ adverb · British & US
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What does laterally mean?

adverb

In a lateral direction; from side to side. Used to describe movement or position in a horizontal plane.

Example

"The ball rolled laterally across the field, changing direction quickly."

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