Transverse (Adjective)
Meaning
Extending or lying across; in a crosswise direction; at right angles to the long axis; "cross members should be all steel"; "from the transverse hall the stairway ascends gracefully"; "transversal vibrations"; "transverse colon".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The transverse beam supports the weight of the roof.
- The park has a transverse path that allows pedestrians to cross the lawn.
- The bridge's transverse design provides stability against strong winds.
- The doctor examined the patient's transverse colon to check for any blockages.
- The transverse vibrations of the guitar string produce a clear and rich sound.