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latitude Definition and Meaning in English (latitude definition)

noun
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Latitude definition: Latitude refers to the angular distance of a location on Earth, measured north or south from the equator, typically expressed in degrees.

Definitions of Latitude

  1. 1noun

    Latitude refers to the angular distance of a location on Earth, measured north or south from the equator, typically expressed in degrees.

  2. 2noun(formal)

    Latitude can also mean the freedom to act, think, or speak in a way that one chooses.

Example Sentences

“The city is located at a high latitude, resulting in cold winters.”

“The manager gave his team considerable latitude in how they approached the project.”

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Latitude definition: Latitude refers to the angular distance of a location on Earth, measured north or south from the equator, typically expressed in degrees.
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'Latitude' translates to 'latitude' in English. Latitude definition: Latitude refers to the angular distance of a location on Earth, measured north or south from the equator, typically expressed in degrees.
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