latitude

Definition

• n. the angular distance between an imaginary line around a heavenly body parallel to its equator and the equator itself
• n. freedom from normal restraints in conduct
• n. an imaginary line around the Earth parallel to the equator
• n. scope for freedom of e.g. action or thought; freedom from restriction

Word forms

Plural

latitudes

Example sentences

1. n.

   The city is located at a latitude of 40 degrees north.

2. n.

   The teacher allowed a lot of latitude in how students could complete their projects.