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    Latitude (en. Latitude)

    /la.ti.dyd/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A geographical measure expressed in degrees, indicating the distance of a point from the equator.
    The latitude of Paris is approximately 48.8566° N.
    La latitude de Paris est d'environ 48,8566° N.
    Freedom of action, thought, or movement.
    The professor gave latitude to the students to choose their projects.
    Le professeur a donné une latitude aux étudiants pour choisir leurs projets.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'latitudo', which means 'width' or 'distance'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have latitude
    To have the freedom to act or decide.
    avoir latitude

    Related Words

    longitude
    Geographical measure indicating the distance of a point from the Greenwich meridian.
    longitude
    equator
    Imaginary circle that divides the Earth into northern and southern hemispheres.
    équateur

    Slang Meanings

    To have room to maneuver
    We have quite a bit of latitude to choose our schedule.
    On a pas mal de latitude pour choisir notre emploi du temps.
    To give oneself space
    A bit of latitude is needed to progress in this project.
    Il faut un peu de latitude pour progresser dans ce projet.