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lengthways [ˈlɛŋkθˌweɪz ˈlɛŋθ-], lengthwise adv & adj
in, according to, or along the direction of length ThesaurusLegend: Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Translations lengthways, lengthwise adv → der Länge nach How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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It is quite visible from the earth; and astronomers can study it with ease, particularly during the phase between the last quarter and the new moon, because then the shadows are thrown lengthways from east to west, allowing them to measure the heights. When they had done all this and had prepared the feast, they ate it, and every man had his full and equal share, so that all were satisfied, and King Agamemnon gave Ajax some slices cut lengthways down the loin, as a mark of special honour. He gave Ulysses some slices cut lengthways down the loin as a mark of especial honour, and Ulysses was much pleased. |
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