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Vocabulary Entry
latitude
|noun • noun
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N
noun
The angular distance of a place north or south of the Earth's equator, usually expressed in degrees.
Example Sentences
"The latitude of New York City is approximately 40.7 degrees north."
"Pilots must understand the latitude and longitude coordinates for navigation."
"His travels took him to various latitudes, from the tropics to the Arctic."
N
noun
Freedom of action or opinion; the ability to act according to one's own will.
Example Sentences
"The artist appreciated the latitude given by the gallery owner."
"Teachers are encouraged to have some latitude in their lesson plans."
"The committee allowed for a degree of latitude in discussions."