Synonyms for

Longitude

Verb / ˈlɑ:ndʒʌˌtu:d / Another word for longitude — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Longitude is a measurement of how far east or west a place is from a starting point, usually the Prime Meridian.

Synonyms & similar words

meridian X-axis

Synonyms by register

Formal

meridian declination

Antonyms

latitude breadth width extent scope

Common collocations

  • lines of longitude
  • prime longitude
  • eastern longitude
  • western longitude
  • degree of longitude
  • calculate longitude
  • measure longitude

Word family

noun longitude
adjective longitudinal

Usage note

Longitude refers to the angular distance, east or west, of a point on the Earth's surface from the prime meridian. It is often used in conjunction with latitude to specify a location.

Example sentences

  1. The longitude of Paris is approximately 2°E.
  2. The United States spans a large range of longitudes.
  3. Longitude is measured in degrees, minutes, and seconds.
  4. The longitude of the International Date Line is 180°.
  5. The longitude of the Equator is 0°.

Quotes

  • "The true way to understand a system is to try and change it." - William Longgood
  • "The universe is full of magical things patiently waiting for our wits to grow sharper." - Eden Phillpotts
  • "Longitude is an imaginary line that goes around the Earth, dividing it into the Eastern Hemisphere and the Western Hemisphere." - John Harrison

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