International Date Line (Noun)
Meaning
An imaginary line on the surface of the earth following (approximately) the 180th meridian.
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The International Date Line is an imaginary line that passes roughly through the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
- Travelers often cross the International Date Line when flying between Australia and the United States.
- The International Date Line can cause confusion when recording dates of events that took place in the westernmost and easternmost parts of the world on the same day.
- Due to its unique geography, the island of Kiribati is situated on both sides of the International Date Line.
- Sailors often adjust their calendars when crossing the International Date Line to maintain uniformity with the time zones on land.