Definition of vertically

verticallyadverb

theo chiều dọc

/ˈvɜːtɪkli//ˈvɜːrtɪkli/

The word "vertically" has its roots in the 14th century. It comes from the Latin word "vertex," meaning "summit" or "apex," and the Latin suffix "-icli," which forms an adjective meaning "relating to" or "like." The Latin phrase "verticille" referred to a raised or elevated place, such as the summit of a hill or a mountain. The word "vertically" has been used in English since the 15th century to describe something that is arranged or oriented in a direct upward or downward direction, such as a building or a column. Over time, the meaning of the word has expanded to include concepts such as perspective, proportion, and spatial arrangement. Today, "vertically" is used in a wide range of contexts, including art, architecture, engineering, and more.

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straight up or down from a level surface or from top to bottom in a picture, etc.

thẳng lên hoặc xuống từ một bề mặt phẳng hoặc từ trên xuống dưới trong một bức tranh, v.v.

Example:
  • The cliffs rose up vertically out of the water.

    Những vách đá nhô lên thẳng đứng từ mặt nước.

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in a way that has top, middle and bottom levels

theo cách có các cấp độ trên, giữa và dưới

Example:
  • Labour is generally structured vertically in these industries.

    Lao động trong các ngành này thường được phân bổ theo chiều dọc.

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