Normal (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Forming a right angle.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The lines are drawn such that the angles they form with the axis are all normal, making the coordinate system easier to understand.
- A line segment drawn normal to the circle is called the radius and passes through the center of the circle.
- Two vectors that meet at a normal angle have only a perpendicular relationship.
- Surfaces with an oblique contact should ideally form a normal contact under heavy loading for an even pressure distribution.
- This cutting edge angle ensures the blades of a mower will slice cleanly, swinging the mower blades to and from a normal, plumbline to ensure precise trimming.
Meaning 2
Conforming with or constituting a norm or standard or level or type or social norm; not abnormal; "serve wine at normal room temperature"; "normal diplomatic relations"; "normal working hours"; "normal word order"; "normal curiosity"; "the normal course of events".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Her IQ was slightly above normal for someone of her age.
- Most days are spent on routine work at the hospital during normal working hours.
- Water is typically normal color when viewed under light microscope at x10.
- As one gets used to his position it all seems fairly normal, all his tasks fit smoothly together.
- Life quickly became normal once she made it home safe after spending nearly six weeks lost on island after tsunami
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Meaning 3
In accordance with scientific laws.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The Earth's orbit around the Sun is a normal part of our solar system's structure.
- The laws of physics that govern the behavior of objects on our planet are considered normal for a planet of our size and mass.
- The normal functioning of the human body relies on the proper balance of hormones and chemicals.
- In a normal ecosystem, predators and prey coexist in a delicate balance.
- The normal process of erosion wears down rocks and creates new landscapes over time.
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Meaning 4
Being approximately average or within certain limits in e.g. intelligence and development; "a perfectly normal child"; "of normal intelligence"; "the most normal person I've ever met".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- She's a perfectly normal child, with no behavioral problems or health issues.
- He's of normal intelligence, but his social skills are severely lacking.
- After meeting him, I realized he was the most normal person I've ever met.
- Despite her disability, she leads a normal life, working and socializing with friends.
- Her weight is normal for her height and age, according to the doctor.