Directionality (Noun)
Meaning 1
The property of a microphone or antenna of being more sensitive in one direction than in another; "the antenna received signals with no directivity".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
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Meaning 2
The property of being directional or maintaining a direction; "the directionality of written English is from left to right".
Classification
Nouns denoting attributes of people and objects.
Examples
- The directionality of the arrow on the sign indicated which way to turn to reach the parking lot.
- The directionality of the sound waves allowed the researchers to pinpoint the source of the noise.
- The artist's use of brushstrokes and texture added directionality to the painting, drawing the viewer's eye through the composition.
- The directionality of the magnetic field was crucial in determining the orientation of the compass needle.
- The directionality of the fiber optic cable ensured that the signal was transmitted in one direction only, reducing interference and increasing efficiency.