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Orthogonal

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Meanings of Orthogonal

Adjective

  • When two things are orthogonal, they are at right angles to each other, like the corners of a square.
  • In math, two lines or directions that do not touch or cross each other are orthogonal.
  • In games, when you move up or down or side to side but not diagonally, you are moving orthogonally.
  • When two ideas or topics do not affect each other, they are orthogonal.

Noun

  • An orthogonal line is a line that meets another line at a right angle.

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Translations for the word: Orthogonal

hindi
अर्थोगोनल (arthogonal)

arthogonal

सीधा (seedha)

seedha

सही कोण (sahi kon)

sahi kon

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Orthogonal

What does 'orthogonal' mean?
The word 'orthogonal' means something that is at a right angle to something else, like how the sides of a square meet.
How do you pronounce 'orthogonal'?
You pronounce 'orthogonal' like this: or-THOG-uh-nuhl.
What is the origin of the word 'orthogonal'?
The word 'orthogonal' comes from Greek words that mean 'right' and 'angle'.
What is the meaning of 'orthogonal' in Bengali?
The word 'orthogonal' in Bengali is 'অর্থোগোনাল' (Orthogonal).