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azimuth

Azimuth (noun) means an arc of the horizon intercepted between the meridian of the place and a vertical circle passing through the center of any object.

noun
1
An arc of the horizon intercepted between the meridian of the place and a vertical circle passing through the center of any object.
2
The quadrant of an azimuth circle.
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Etymology

From Old French *azimut (modern French azimut), from Arabic اَلسُّمُوت pl (as-sumūt, “the directions”).

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of azimuth?

"azimuth" (noun) means an arc of the horizon intercepted between the meridian of the place and a vertical circle passing through the center of any object.

What are the different meanings of azimuth?

"azimuth" has 2 main meanings: 1. An arc of the horizon intercepted between the meridian of the place and a vertical circle passing through the center of any object; 2. The quadrant of an azimuth circle.

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