anglewise
|an-gle-wise|
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/ˈæŋɡəlˌwaɪz/
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/ˈæŋɡlˌwaɪz/
in the manner of an angle
Etymology
Etymology Information
'anglewise' is formed from the word 'angle' and the suffix '-wise', where 'angle' means 'corner or inclination' and '-wise' means 'in the manner of'.
Historical Evolution
'anglewise' was created in English by combining 'angle' and '-wise', following the pattern of other adverbs like 'lengthwise' or 'sidewise'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'in the manner of an angle', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage as 'diagonally' or 'at an angle'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adverb 1
in a direction or manner forming an angle; diagonally.
The boards were placed anglewise across the frame.
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Last updated: 2025/08/08 21:21