Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ordinate
Noun
/ˈɔːrdɪnət/
Definition
An ordinate is a coordinate that specifies the vertical position of a point in a two-dimensional space.
Examples
- The ordinate of the point (4, 5) is 5.
- In the graph, the ordinate values help determine the height of each point.
- You can find the ordinate by looking at the y-coordinate of the ordered pair.
Meaning
In mathematical terms, the ordinate is the second element in an ordered pair of coordinates, typically representing the vertical distance from the x-axis.
Synonyms
- Y-coordinate
- Vertical coordinate
