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trans·ver·sal
 transversal
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- pronunciation:
- traens
vuhr
s
 l
[or]
traenz
vuhr
sl
- parts of speech:
- adjective, noun
- features:
- Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition: |
in a crosswise position; transverse.
- similar words:
- traverse
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| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition: |
a line that intersects two or more lines.
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| derivation: |
transversally (adv.) |
The word transversal
contains the following part:
vers, vert
Latin
root
that means to turn; to be occupied with
  Example words:
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