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laterally Definition and Meaning in English (laterally definition)

adverb
Synonyms:sidewaysedgewiseobliquely
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Laterally definition: In a lateral direction or manner; from side to side or towards the side.

Definitions of Laterally

  1. 1adverb

    In a lateral direction or manner; from side to side or towards the side.

Example Sentences

casual

“The crab moves laterally across the sand.”

casual

“He shifted his weight laterally to maintain balance.”

Synonyms

Antonyms

longitudinally

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Inflected Word Forms

nounlaterality
adjectivelateral

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Laterally definition: In a lateral direction or manner; from side to side or towards the side.
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'Laterally' translates to 'laterally' in English. Laterally definition: In a lateral direction or manner; from side to side or towards the side.
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