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transversal

[ trænˈsɜːr.səl ]

Noun / Adjective

^{Context #1 | Noun}

geometry

A line that intersects two or more lines at distinct points.

Synonyms

crossing line, intersecting line.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
transversal	Used mainly in mathematics and geometry to describe a line that cuts across two or more other lines, potentially at different points. In geometry class, we learned that a transversal can create various types of angles. The transversal line intersects two parallel lines, forming eight angles.
intersecting line	Often used in both mathematical and everyday contexts to describe lines that meet at a common point, emphasizing the intersection itself. The teacher explained how to find the point where intersecting lines meet. Two intersecting lines on the map indicate the location of the new school.
crossing line	A more general or layman term used to describe any line that crosses over another line. This can be used in everyday language and situations. The two roads converge at the crossing line. The crossing line created an intersection in the middle of the page.

Word

Description / Examples

transversal

Used mainly in mathematics and geometry to describe a line that cuts across two or more other lines, potentially at different points.

In geometry class, we learned that a transversal can create various types of angles.
The transversal line intersects two parallel lines, forming eight angles.

intersecting line

Often used in both mathematical and everyday contexts to describe lines that meet at a common point, emphasizing the intersection itself.

The teacher explained how to find the point where intersecting lines meet.
Two intersecting lines on the map indicate the location of the new school.

crossing line

A more general or layman term used to describe any line that crosses over another line. This can be used in everyday language and situations.

The two roads converge at the crossing line.
The crossing line created an intersection in the middle of the page.

Examples of usage

A transversal intersects two parallel lines forming eight angles.
The transversal in the diagram is represented by line l.
Transversals play a key role in the study of angles and geometry.
The concept of transversals is fundamental in understanding geometric relationships.
In geometry, transversals are used to determine angles and parallel lines.

^{Context #2 | Adjective}

mathematics

Relating to a line that intersects other lines at distinct points.

Synonyms

crossing, intersecting.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
transversal	Used mostly in mathematical or scientific contexts to describe a line that cuts across a system of lines. In geometry, a transversal line crosses two parallel lines
intersecting	Describes lines or paths that meet or cross at a certain point, often used in geometry, architecture, and general descriptions. The two roads are intersecting at the new square
crossing	Refers to moving from one side to another or being in motion over something generally used in daily life situations. They are crossing the street to get to school

Word

Description / Examples

transversal

Used mostly in mathematical or scientific contexts to describe a line that cuts across a system of lines.

In geometry, a transversal line crosses two parallel lines

intersecting

Describes lines or paths that meet or cross at a certain point, often used in geometry, architecture, and general descriptions.

The two roads are intersecting at the new square

crossing

Refers to moving from one side to another or being in motion over something generally used in daily life situations.

They are crossing the street to get to school

Examples of usage

The transversal angles in the diagram are congruent.
The transversal line cuts through the parallel lines creating multiple angles.
Identifying transversal properties helps solve geometric problems efficiently.

Translations

Translations of the word "transversal" in other languages:

🇵🇹 transversal

🇮🇳 आड़ा

🇩🇪 quer

🇮🇩 melintang

🇺🇦 поперечний

🇵🇱 poprzeczny

🇯🇵 横断的な

🇫🇷 transversal

🇪🇸 transversal

🇹🇷 enine

🇰🇷 횡단의

🇸🇦 عرضي

🇨🇿 příčný

🇸🇰 priečny

🇨🇳 横向的

🇸🇮 prečni

🇮🇸 þversum

🇰🇿 көлденең

🇬🇪 გადაკვეთი

🇦🇿 eninə

🇲🇽 transversal

Etymology

The term 'transversal' originated from the Latin word 'transversalis', meaning 'lying across'. It has been used in geometry and mathematics to describe lines that intersect or cut through other lines. The concept of transversals has been essential in understanding geometric relationships and angles. Over time, it has become a fundamental term in the field of mathematics, particularly in geometry.