radially
|ra-di-al-ly|
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/ˈreɪ.di.ə.li/
(radial)
from a central point
Etymology
Etymology Information
'radially' originates from the Latin word 'radialis', where 'radius' meant 'ray' or 'spoke of a wheel'.
Historical Evolution
'radialis' transformed into the French word 'radial', and eventually became the modern English word 'radial', with 'radially' as its adverbial form.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to a ray or radius', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'in a manner that extends from a central point'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a manner that extends from or relates to a central point.
The tree branches spread radially from the trunk.
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Last updated: 2025/01/18 08:47