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Laterally Definition & Meaning

laterally
adverb
  1. to or by or from the side; "such women carry in their heads kinship knowledge of six generations depth and extending laterally among consanguineal kin as far as the grandchildren of second cousin"
  2. in a lateral direction or location; "the body is spindle- shaped and only slightly compressed laterally"

"Laterally" in song lyrics

See how laterally is used in real songs:

  • "nodularity in breast and laterally"
    AOL — AOL
  • "breast nodularity at posterior depth and laterally"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "laterally"

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Frequently asked questions

What does laterally mean?
to or by or from the side; "such women carry in their heads kinship knowledge of six generations depth and extending laterally among consanguineal kin as far as the grandchildren of second cousin" in a lateral direction or location; "the body is spindle- shaped and only slightly compressed laterally"
What part of speech is laterally?
Laterally is an adverb.
How many definitions does laterally have?
Laterally has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adverb).

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