broadwise
/'brɔ:dweiz/ Cách viết khác : (broadwise) /'brɔ:dwaiz/
Definition
- Adverb:
- In the direction of the breadth; across the width: "broadwise" describes an action performed or an orientation measured along the shorter side or the width of an object, as opposed to its length.
Usage
- The adverb "broadwise" is used to specify the direction of a cut, measurement, or placement. It is synonymous with "breadthwise" and "widthwise." It is a somewhat formal or technical term, often found in contexts involving textiles, carpentry, or spatial description.
Examples
- Adverb:
- The carpenter measured the plank broadwise to ensure it would fit.
- For this pattern, you must fold the fabric broadwise first.
- The reference instructed to cut the cloth broadwise.
Advanced Usage
- "laid broadwise": positioned so that the width is the primary dimension facing a certain direction.
- The tiles were laid broadwise across the narrow hallway to make the space appear wider.
Variants and Related Words
- Breadthwise (adv): in the direction of the breadth; synonym for broadwise.
- Widthwise (adv): in the direction of the width; synonym for broadwise.
- Crosswise (adv): in a cross direction; often used similarly but can imply a diagonal or intersecting direction, not strictly identical to broadwise.
- Broadways (adv, archaic): an old variant meaning sideways or broadwise.
Synonyms
- Breadthwise
- Widthwise
- Across the grain (specific to materials like wood or fabric)
Antonyms
- Lengthwise: in the direction of the length.
- Longways: in the direction of the length.
Adverb
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in the direction of the breadth
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cut the cloth breadthwise
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