orthogonal
/ɔrˈθɑɡənəl/
adjective
- Relating to or involving right angles; perpendicular.
- The two lines on the graph are orthogonal, crossing at a 90-degree angle.
- In a grid system, streets are often orthogonal to each other, forming a checkerboard pattern.
- The architect designed the building with orthogonal walls that meet at perfect right angles.
- Not dependent or related; independent or separate in a way that avoids conflict or overlap.
- In the company, the marketing and product development teams have orthogonal goals that don't interfere with each other.
- The two issues are orthogonal, so solving one won't affect the other.
- Her personal beliefs and professional duties are orthogonal, allowing her to keep them separate.
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