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Vocabulary Entry
longitude
|noun • adjective
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N
noun
The measurement of distance east or west of the prime meridian, expressed in degrees.
Example Sentences
"The longitude of my current location allows me to determine my position on the map."
"By knowing the longitude and latitude, navigators can pinpoint their exact location."
"The calculation of longitude was historically important for maritime navigation."
A
adjective
Relating to longitude; situated at a certain degree of longitude.
Example Sentences
"The longitudinal coordinates of the city are important for accurate GPS navigation."
"We studied the longitudinal effects of climate change on the globe."
"The longitudinal lines on the globe represent degrees of east and west from the prime meridian."