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Perpendicular

/pˌɜrpəˈndɪkjələr/
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(adj) At or forming a right angle (to something).

Dancing is a perpendicular expression of a horizontal desire.
Lift is directed perpendicular to the flight direction.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The two walls met at a ____ angle, forming a perfect right angle at the corner.

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