unidirectional
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/ˌjuːnɪdɪˈrɛkʃənl/
one-way movement
Etymology
Etymology Information
'unidirectional' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'unidirectionalis,' where 'uni-' meant 'one' and 'directionalis' meant 'directional.'
Historical Evolution
'unidirectionalis' transformed into the modern English word 'unidirectional.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to one direction,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
moving or operating in a single direction.
The unidirectional flow of traffic was implemented to reduce congestion.
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