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longitude

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒŋɡɪtuːd]

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Learn how to use longitude in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) longitude is a way to measure how far something is east or west on the Earth. It helps us find places on maps, kind of like how we might use an address.

Example

The longitude of London is approximately 0 degrees.

Example

They couldn't find the longitude of that remote island; it was not marked on the map.

Example

What is the longitude of your hometown?

How to pronounce longitude

Pronunciation: [ˈlɒŋɡɪtuːd]

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