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ENDWISE
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Dictionary entry overview: What does endwise mean?
• ENDWISE (adverb)
The adverb ENDWISE has 3 senses:
2. in or toward the direction of the ends; lengthwise
3. with the end forward or toward the observer
Familiarity information: ENDWISE used as an adverb is uncommon.
Dictionary entry details
Sense 1
Meaning:
On end or upright
Synonyms:
endways; endwise
Context example:
sticks leaning against the wall endways
Sense 2
Meaning:
In or toward the direction of the ends; lengthwise
Synonyms:
endways; endwise
Context example:
endways pressure
Sense 3
Meaning:
With the end forward or toward the observer
Synonyms:
Context example:
houses built endways
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