Definition
- (noun) A vertex or zenith.
- (noun) A vertical geometrical figure; a perpendicular.
- (noun) An individual slat in a set of vertical blinds.
- (noun) A vertical component of a structure.
- (noun) A vertical market. “We offer specialised accounting software targeting various verticals.”
- (adjective) Standing, pointing, or moving straight up or down; along the direction of a plumb line; perpendicular to something horizontal.
- (adjective) In a two-dimensional Cartesian co-ordinate system, describing the axis y oriented normal (perpendicular, at right angles) to the horizontal axis x.
- (adjective) In a three-dimensional co-ordinate system, describing the axis z oriented normal (perpendicular, orthogonal) to the basic plane xy.
- (adjective) Of or pertaining to vertical markets.
- (adjective) (wine tasting) Involving different vintages of the same wine type from the same winery.
- (adjective) Of an interval: having the two notes sound simultaneously.
Word stats
- Vertical contains 8 letters: 3 vowel(s) and 5 consonant(s).
- It uses 8 unique letters.
- Estimated syllable count: 3.
- Scrabble-style letter score: 13.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Vertical mean?
A vertex or zenith.
How many letters are in Vertical?
Vertical has 8 letters.
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