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azimuthal

/ˌæz.ɪˈmʌθ.əl/

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adjective

/ˌæz.ɪˈmʌθ.əl/C2formalscientific
  • ruОтносящийся к азимуту или измеряемый с его помощью; азимут — это угловое измерение в сферической системе координат, обычно используемое в астрономии, навигации и геодезии.

Relating to or measured by an azimuth, which is the angular measurement in a spherical coordinate system, typically used in astronomy, navigation, and surveying.

  1. Relating to azimuthC2formaltechnical

    Of or relating to an azimuth, which is the angular measurement in a spherical coordinate system, typically measured from a reference direction (like north) in a horizontal plane.

    ruАзимутальный

    • The telescope was adjusted to an azimuthal angle of 45 degrees.
    • Azimuthal projections are used in some types of maps.
    • The surveyor recorded the azimuthal bearing of the landmark.
Forms
  • more azimuthal comparative form
  • most azimuthal superlative form