endwise

• Наречие, означающее 'концом вперед или вверх' или 'в направлении конца'. Также может означать 'стоймя' или 'вертикально'. Менее распространено в современном употреблении, изредка встречается в технических или описательных контекстах.

An adverb meaning 'with the end facing forward or upward' or 'in the direction of the end.' It can also mean 'on end' or 'upright.' Less common in modern usage, it is occasionally found in technical or descriptive contexts.

1. On end or uprightC2formal

   Positioned vertically or with one end pointing upward.

   Вертикально

   • The logs were stacked endwise against the wall.
   • He placed the book endwise on the shelf.
   • The poles were arranged endwise in the corner.

   Synonymserectlyuprightvertically

   Antonymsflathorizontally

2. LengthwiseC2formal

   In the direction of the longest side; along the length.

   Вдоль

   • The boards were cut endwise to fit the frame.
   • She measured the table endwise to ensure it would fit.
   • The fabric was folded endwise for storage.

   Synonymsalonglengthwayslongitudinally

   Antonymsbreadthwisecrosswise

3. With the end forwardC2formal

   Positioned so that the end points toward the observer or direction of movement.

   Концом вперёд

   • The spear was held endwise, ready to throw.
   • He presented the tool endwise for inspection.
   • The arrow was aimed endwise at the target.

   Synonymsend onendways

   Antonymsbroadsidesidewise