latitude
UK/'lætitju:d/US
IELTSTOEFLGREB2
Definitions
n.
The angular distance north or south of the equator; freedom to act or think without restriction
纬度；自由度，回旋余地
Root Breakdown
Native Englishlatitudeother
=latitude
Example Sentences
- 1.
The city's latitude determines its climate patterns, weather systems, and seasonal changes.
- 2.
Scientists measure latitude using degrees north or south from the equator.
- 3.
The company gave him considerable latitude to make decisions within his department.