Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
longitude
Noun
/ˈlɒŋɪtjuːd/
Definition
The measurement of distance east or west of the prime meridian, expressed in degrees.
Examples
- The longitude of New York City is approximately 74.0060° W.
- Using a GPS device, we can find the exact longitude and latitude of our location.
- Longitude lines run from the North Pole to the South Pole.
Meaning
Longitude is a geographical coordinate that specifies the east-west position of a point on the Earth’s surface.
Synonyms
- Meridian
- Longitudinal line
