Axial

Pronunciation: /ˈæk.si.əl/

Definitions of axial

adjective relating to, situated on, or moving along or parallel to an axis

Example Sentences

A1 The axial tilt of the Earth causes the changing seasons.

A2 The axial skeleton consists of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

B1 The axial plane divides the body into upper and lower halves.

B2 The axial loading test revealed structural weaknesses in the building.

C1 The axial resolution of the microscope allows for detailed imaging of cells.

C2 The axial symmetry of the sculpture was admired for its balance and precision.

Examples of axial in a Sentence

formal The axial tilt of Earth is approximately 23.5 degrees.

informal The axial tilt of our planet is what causes the changing seasons.

slang I never realized how important the axial tilt was until I studied it in science class.

figurative The company's success hinged on the axial relationship between its different departments.

Grammatical Forms of axial

• past tense: axialled
• plural: axials
• comparative: more axial
• superlative: most axial
• present tense: axial
• future tense: will axial
• perfect tense: has axialled
• continuous tense: is axialling
• singular: axial
• positive degree: very axial
• infinitive: to axial
• gerund: axialling
• participle: axialled

Origin and Evolution of axial

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'axial' originated from the Latin word 'axis' meaning 'axle or pivot'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'axial' has come to be used in various fields such as science, engineering, and biology to describe something that is related to or situated around an axis or central line.