lengthways

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Adjective lengthways has 1 sense

lengthwise, lengthways - running or extending in the direction of the length of a thing; "the lengthwise dimension"

Adverbial lengthways has 1 sense

lengthways, lengthwise, longwise, longways, longitudinally - in the direction of the length; "He cut the paper lengthwise"

Definitions from the Web

Lengthways

Definition:

(adverb) In the direction or alignment of the longest dimension of something.

Senses:

Popular: Referring to the orientation or position along the length of an object.
Local: Pertaining to the spatial arrangement specifically in a local or regional context.

Usage:

Popular:
His coat was folded lengthways. (describing the direction of folding)
The shelves were organized lengthways to maximize storage space. (referring to the arrangement of shelves)

Local:
The chairs were placed lengthways in the meeting room for a better view of the presentation. (describing the position of chairs)
The museum exhibits showcased the region's unique architecture lengthways. (pertaining to the architectural arrangements in regional buildings)

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