Vertical (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A vertical structural member as a post or stake; "the ball sailed between the uprights".

Classification

Nouns denoting man-made objects.

Examples

• The fence was supported by sturdy verticals spaced at regular intervals.
• The ball sailed between the uprights for a successful field goal.
• The surveyor used a vertical to mark the corner of the property.
• The carpenter carefully aligned the verticals before nailing them into place.
• The signpost was supported by two verticals anchored deep in the ground.

Synonyms

• Upright

Hypernyms

• Structural Member

Hyponyms

• Shaft
• Jamb
• Post
• Scantling
• Stile
• Column

Related Words

• Vertical (adjective)

Meaning ²

Something that is oriented vertically.

Classification

Nouns denoting relations between people or things or ideas.

Related Words

• Vertical (adjective)