Horizontal

/ˌhɔːrɪˈzɒntəl/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A horizontal line or surface.

Draw a horizontal across the page to separate the sections.

adjective

Parallel to the horizon; level, not sloping.

The table was set up in a horizontal position for the meeting.

Existing or extending across; lying flat.

The horizontal lines on the graph represent the different categories of data.

Of or relating to a side-to-side orientation.

The architect designed the building with horizontal windows for a modern look.

Involving or affecting all parts equally; not hierarchical.

The team adopted a horizontal management style to encourage collaboration.

From Late Latin 'horizontalis', from 'horizon'.

horizontal integration

A strategy where a company acquires or merges with competitors to increase market share.

horizontal axis

The line on a graph that runs left to right, typically representing an independent variable.

horizontal alignment

The arrangement of elements in a straight line from side to side.

vertical

At right angles to the horizon; upright.

plane

A flat or level surface.

axis

A straight line about which a body or geometric object rotates.

To be laid back or lazy.

After the long week, I'm just going to be horizontal this weekend.

Referring to someone being slow or inactive.

He's been horizontal all day, not even getting up to eat.