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Definition of lengthwise

lengthwise

/ˈlɛŋθ.waɪz/
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• adverb

1

In the direction of the length; from one end to the other.

Example

"Fold the sheet of paper in half lengthwise before making the next crease."

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• adjective

1

Directed, running, or situated along the greatest dimension or length of an object.

Example

"The carpenter made a precise lengthwise cut down the middle of the oak plank."

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Word Nuance & Usage

While "lengthwise" is the standard choice in American English, "lengthways" is more commonly preferred in British English.

• Nearby Words

lengthily
lengthiness
lengthways
lengthwise
lengthy
lenience
leniency

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the 16th century by combining the noun "length" (from Old English "lengþu") with the suffix "-wise" (from Old English "wīse", meaning "manner" or "direction").

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Lengthwise. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/lengthwise
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