horizontal
noun
UK/ˌhɒr.ɪˈzɒn.tᵊl/
US/ˌhɔːr.ɪˈzɑːn.t̬ᵊl/
Definitions of horizontal noun
- Countable(可数名词)Usually singular(通常单数)
A line, surface, or position that is parallel to the horizon.
水平线；水平面；水平位置
Slowly rotate the device from a horizontal to a vertical orientation.
慢慢将装置从水平方向旋转到垂直方向。
The engineer adjusted the level to ensure the surface was perfectly horizontal.
工程师调整了水平仪，确保表面完全水平。
The horizontal lines in the painting complement the surrounding decor.
画作中的水平线条与周围的装饰相得益彰。
adjective
UK/ˌhɒr.ɪˈzɒn.tᵊl/
US/ˌhɔːr.ɪˈzɑːn.t̬ᵊl/
Definitions of horizontal adjective
- C1
Being in or parallel to a plane that is level with the horizon.
与地面（或底部、顶部）平行的；横向的
We need to ensure the frame is horizontal, so the picture doesn't look tilted.
我们需要确保画框是水平的，这样画作看起来才不会歪斜。
The designer prefers using horizontal lines to create a sense of space.
设计师喜欢使用水平线条来营造空间感。
The sun moves in a horizontal path across the horizon.
太阳沿着地平线水平移动。