widthwise

English

Etymology

width +‎ -wise

Adjective

widthwise (comparative more widthwise, superlative most widthwise)

  1. directed across the width of an object or place.
    Make a widthwise cut.

Adverb

widthwise (comparative more widthwise, superlative most widthwise)

  1. Across the width of an object or place.
    The tubes should be placed widthwise inside the box.

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