longitude
What is another word for longitude? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — The angular distance of a place east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees.
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How to use longitude
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
latitude and longitude
degrees of longitude
line of longitude
Etymology
From Old French longitude, from Latin longitudo ("length"), from longus ("long").
Full origin of longitude →Frequently asked questions
What does “longitude” mean?
The word “longitude” means the angular distance of a place east or west of the prime meridian, measured in degrees. In plain terms, a measurement used with latitude to pinpoint an exact location on Earth, based on distance east or west.
How do you pronounce “longitude”?
“Longitude” is pronounced LOND-zhiht-shood (/ˈlɑnd͡ʒəˌtud/ in IPA).
How do you use “longitude” in a sentence?
Here is “longitude” used in a sentence: “Sailors once struggled to calculate longitude accurately at sea.”
What part of speech is “longitude”?
“Longitude” is a noun.
Where does the word “longitude” come from?
The word “longitude” comes from Latin. From Old French longitude, from Latin longitudo ("length"), from longus ("long").
Is “longitude” a common word?
“Longitude” is an uncommon word in modern English.
