transverse
adjective
UK/trænzˈvɜːs/
US/trænsˈvɝːs/
Definitions of transverse adjective
- mathematics(数学)
Situated or extending at a 90-degree angle to a given object or line; something that crosses or lies across.
横的；横向的；横切的；横断的
The transverse supports of the bridge help to reinforce its structure.
桥梁的横向支撑有助于加强其结构。
The engineers added transverse beams to the building to increase its stability.
工程师在建筑物上增加了横梁以提高其稳定性。
The experiment involved studying the transverse patterns on plant leaves.
该实验涉及研究植物叶片上的横向图案。