Which Way Is Vertically?

The terms vertical and horizontal often describe directions: a vertical line goes up and down, and a horizontal line goes across. You can remember which direction is vertical by the letter, "v," which points down.

Which way does vertical mean?

vertical, perpendicular, plumb mean being at right angles to a base line. vertical suggests a line or direction rising straight upward toward a zenith. the side of the cliff is almost vertical perpendicular may stress the straightness of a line making a right angle with any other line, not necessarily a horizontal one.

What is an example of vertical?

The definition of vertical is something at a right angle to the horizon. An example of something which would be described as standing vertical is something that is standing directly upright at a right angle to the flat ground.