lengthwise
/ˈleŋ(k)th-ˌwīz ˈlen(t)th-/ (ame, mw)
lengthwise — adverb
1. following the longest dimension of an object, from one end to the other — for ex
following the longest dimension of an object, from one end to the other — for example, cutting a carrot so the pieces are long and thin, or placing a sofa so its longest side faces the wall
Suki sliced the cucumber lengthwise and arranged the pieces on a plate.
The old sofa was turned lengthwise so it could pass through the narrow doorway.
passive voice: was turned + lengthwise for physical reorientation
Nadia folded the bedsheet lengthwise before placing it in the linen closet.
With a sharp knife, Chitra split the bamboo pole lengthwise into two even strips.
The nurse told Keiko to lie lengthwise on the bed so the doctor could check her back.
- lengthways
British English variant; identical in meaning
- longitudinally
more formal or technical; used in scientific contexts, anatomy, or engineering
用法筆記
Commonly paired with action verbs involving cutting, folding, turning, splitting, or positioning objects. For an alternative with the same meaning, British English speakers often use lengthways.