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.