transverse

Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++朗文当代英语 5++LDOCE 5++朗文 5++trans·verse /trænzˈvɜːs $ trænsˈvɜːrs/ adjective [no comparative] CROSSlying or placed across something 横向的，横的 a transverse beam 横梁

Examples from the Corpus

transverse• The flexible rod in its back which runs the entire length of its body carries transverse bands of muscles.• The trouble was the transverse corridor just outside the room.• Noted for his prolific output, the composer significantly extended the repertory for the transverse flute.• One of these is the transverse mode structure.• There were transverse seats for two in each corner, reducing the seating by four.• As a result, it will be suitable for both longitudinal or transverse settings, and can sit low in a chassis.Origin transverse (1300-1400) Latin past participle of transvertere, from vertere “to turn”

trans·verse adjectiveChineseSyllable

something Corpus across or lying placed

transverse
trans‧verse /trænzˈvɜːs $ trænsˈvɜːrs/