Vertical Definition & Meaning
vertical
- adjective
- at right angles to the plane of the horizon or a base line; "a vertical camera angle"; "the monument consists of two vertical pillars supporting a horizontal slab"; "measure the perpendicular height"
- relating to or involving all stages of a business from production to distribution
- upright in position or posture; "an erect stature"; "erect flower stalks"; "for a dog, an erect tail indicates aggression"; "a column still vertical amid the ruins"; "he sat bolt upright"
- of or relating to different levels in a hierarchy (as levels of social class or income group); "vertical social mobility"
- noun
- something that is oriented vertically
- a vertical structural member as a post or stake; "the ball sailed between the uprights"
"Vertical" in song lyrics
See how vertical is used in real songs:
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"Everybody pop your knuckles when the style divorces vertical"
Aesop Rock — Dryspell -
"Lay your body flat while your soul goes vertical"
Apathy f/ Celph Titled, Motive, Styles of Beyond — Live at the BBQ -
"You couldn't be parallel, because hell is vertical"
Cannibal Ox — Real Earth
Words that rhyme with vertical
Usage tips for "vertical"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "vertical" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for vertical to find words that pair well.