Orthogonal
/ˌɔːrθəˈɡɒnəl/
Definitions
- (adj.) Relating to or involving right angles; perpendicular.
The two lines on the graph are orthogonal to each other.
- (adj.) Statistically independent or uncorrelated in legal or analytical contexts.
The variables in the study were orthogonal, indicating no influence on each other.
Forms
- orthogonally
Related terms
Commentary
Often used in legal drafting to denote concepts or clauses that do not overlap or interfere with each other.
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