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Loxodrome (Noun)

Meaning

A line on a sphere that cuts all meridians at the same angle; the path taken by a ship or plane that maintains a constant compass direction.

Classification

Nouns denoting spatial position.

Examples

  • The captain carefully plotted their course along the loxodrome to ensure the most fuel-efficient route across the ocean.
  • During long-distance flights, pilots often follow a loxodrome to maintain a consistent direction and minimize deviations.
  • The sailors relied on their understanding of loxodromes to navigate through the dense fog without veering off course.
  • The GPS device calculated the optimal loxodrome for the flight from New York to London, taking into account the jet stream and air traffic control restrictions.
  • In theory, following a perfect loxodrome would allow the ship to maintain a constant bearing, but the crew had to account for current and wind drift.

Synonyms

  • Rhumb
  • Rhumb Line

Hypernyms

  • Line
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