triangulation
What is another word for triangulation? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — A method of finding an unknown location or distance using angles measured from known points.
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How to use triangulation
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GPS triangulation
political triangulation
Etymology
From Medieval Latin triangulatio, built from triangulum, "triangle," via the verb triangulare.
Full origin of triangulation →Frequently asked questions
What does “triangulation” mean?
The word “triangulation” means a method of finding an unknown location or distance using angles measured from known points. In plain terms, the technique of pinpointing something using triangles and angles, or a political strategy of steering a middle course between opposing sides.
How do you pronounce “triangulation”?
“Triangulation” is pronounced treye-angg-yuu-LAY-shuhn (/tɹaɪˌæŋɡjʊˈleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “triangulation” in a sentence?
Here is “triangulation” used in a sentence: “Cell towers use triangulation to estimate a phone's location.”
What part of speech is “triangulation”?
“Triangulation” is a noun.
Where does the word “triangulation” come from?
The word “triangulation” comes from Medieval Latin. From Medieval Latin triangulatio, built from triangulum, "triangle," via the verb triangulare.
How many meanings does “triangulation” have?
“Triangulation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a method of finding an unknown location or distance using angles measured from known points.
