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LENGTHWISE

(adj., adverb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Lengthwise.

Lengthwise - as an adjective

Running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing

Example: "The lengthwise dimension"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lengthways
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
crosswise

Lengthwise - as an adverb

In the direction of the length

Example: "He cut the paper lengthwise"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
lengthwayslongitudinallylongwayslongwise

Example Sentences

"She cut the cucumber into thin, lengthwise slices."
"He laid the boards lengthwise along the floor."
"The grain of the wood ran lengthwise along the beam."
"She placed the two strips of fabric lengthwise on the table."
"The bridge spans the river lengthwise."
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Word Game Points

Is LENGTHWISE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, lengthwise is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

LENGTHWISE has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.

Is LENGTHWISE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, lengthwise is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
LENGTHWISE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 19.

Is LENGTHWISE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, lengthwise is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
LENGTHWISE has a WORDFEUD points total of 18.

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