Pronunciation: /ɔrˈθɑɡənəl/
noun a linear transformation that preserves the dot product of vectors
A1 I learned about orthogonal lines in my math class.
A2 The concept of orthogonal vectors was introduced in the physics lecture.
B1 The engineer used orthogonal projections to design the building layout.
B2 The architect ensured that the walls were orthogonal to each other for structural stability.
C1 The mathematician's research focused on the properties of orthogonal matrices.
C2 The computer scientist implemented an algorithm using orthogonal transformations for data analysis.
adjective relating to or involving right angles; perpendicular
A1 The two lines are perpendicular, which means they are orthogonal to each other.
A2 In geometry, orthogonal vectors are those that meet at right angles.
B1 The software engineer explained that the code needed to be orthogonal to prevent conflicts.
B2 The architect designed the building with orthogonal lines to create a modern and sleek look.
C1 The mathematician presented a complex theorem involving orthogonal matrices.
C2 The physicist conducted experiments to study the behavior of orthogonal components in the system.
formal In mathematics, two vectors are orthogonal if their dot product is zero.
informal The two lines are orthogonal to each other, meaning they intersect at right angles.
slang I don't get why they're making us learn about orthogonal matrices in class.
figurative His views on politics are completely orthogonal to mine, we never seem to agree on anything.
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