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    Latitudes (en. Latitudes)

    la-ti-tyd

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    One of the imaginary lines that run from the equator and determine geographical position in degrees.
    The latitudes of Canada vary from 42° to 83° north.
    Les latitudes du Canada varient de 42° à 83° nord.
    A measure of freedom of action or thought.
    He has a lot of leeway in his work to express his creativity.
    Il a beaucoup de latitudes dans son travail pour exprimer sa créativité.

    Etymology

    The term 'latitude' comes from the Latin 'latitudo', which means 'width'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have leeway
    To have leeway in a given situation.
    avoir des latitudes
    in latitude
    To refer to a specific geographical position.
    en latitude

    Related Words

    longitude
    Geographical measure that indicates the position east or west of the Greenwich meridian.
    longitude
    equator
    Imaginary line that divides the Earth into two hemispheres, north and south.
    équateur
    geography
    The science that studies the Earth, its characteristics, and its human relationships.
    géographie

    Slang Meanings

    To have space
    In this project, you really have space to innovate.
    Dans ce projet, tu as vraiment du champ pour innover.
    To be comfortable
    With his new responsibilities, he is finally comfortable in his role.
    Avec ses nouvelles responsabilités, il est enfin à l'aise dans son rôle.