lateral
word
Definition
Located on, relating to, or moving toward the side rather than the middle. Used in anatomy, sports, and general descriptions.
Usage & Nuances
Often used in technical, medical, or sports contexts (e.g., 'lateral movement', 'lateral ligament'). In common speech, rarely used for 'sideways', which is more natural in casual contexts. Avoid confusion with 'literal'.
Spanish: lateralPortuguese (BR): lateralPortuguese (PT): lateralChinese (Simplified): 侧面的 - 旁边的Chinese (Traditional): 側面的 - 旁邊的Hindi: पार्श्वीयArabic: جانبيBengali: পার্শ্বীয় - পাশেরRussian: боковойJapanese: 側部の - 横のVietnamese: bên - bên ngoàiKorean: 측면의Turkish: yan - yanalUrdu: جانبیIndonesian: lateral - samping
Example Sentences
He felt pain on the lateral part of his ankle after the game.
natural
Try to keep a lateral distance from other cars when you're driving.
natural
The player made a lateral pass to his teammate.
basic
The doctor examined the lateral side of my knee.
basic
Trees grew along the lateral boundary of the field.
basic
The new office has lateral windows that let in more light.
natural