Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lateral
adjective
/ˈlæt.ər.əl/
Definition
relating to the side; situated at, proceeding from, or directed to a side.
Examples
- The lateral view of the body shows the organs in arrangement from the side.
- They performed a lateral move within the company to gain new experiences.
- In sports, lateral passes are made to switch the direction of the play.
Meaning
Lateral refers to anything that is on the side or related to the sides of something. It is often used in anatomy, biology, and various fields to describe the position of structures in relation to one another.
Synonyms
- side
- sideways
- flank
- adjacent