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breadthwise

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As an adjective, breadthwise means directed across the breadth of an object or place. As an adverb, it means across the breadth of an object or place.

Meanings of breadthwise

2 meanings

adjective

  1. Directed across the breadth of an object or place.

    “Make a breadthwise cut.”

adverb

  1. Across the breadth of an object or place.

    “The tubes should be placed breadthwise inside the box.”

Meanings from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).

Synonyms by meaning

adverb: in the direction of the breadth
breadthwaysbroadwise

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