transversal

noun

trans·​ver·​sal tran(t)s-ˈvər-səl How to pronounce transversal (audio)
tranz-
: a line that intersects a system of lines

Examples of transversal in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Informed by personal experiences and studies on the Eastern philosophies and Southern-American plant medicine, the awareness towards a transversal - ecological development of society is at the core of the artist’s creation. Vogue, 29 Nov. 2022 Real and lasting change takes time and relentless drive, and many large organizations struggle with long-term focus, in particular with complex and transversal matters such as cybersecurity. Jc Gaillard, Forbes, 4 Aug. 2022 These slots group films around transversal themes that emerged during the submission process. Liza Foreman, Variety, 29 Nov. 2021 The transversal arch is absent in modern-day gorillas and chimpanzees, which have flat and flexible feet. Meagan Cantwell, Science | AAAS, 26 Feb. 2020

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Word History

Etymology

transversal, adjective, transverse, from Middle English, from Medieval Latin transversalis, from Latin transversus

First Known Use

circa 1847, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of transversal was circa 1847

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“Transversal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transversal. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

transversal

noun
trans·​ver·​sal tran(t)s-ˈvər-səl How to pronounce transversal (audio)
tranz-
: a line that intersects a system of lines
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