Perpendicularity
/ˌpɜːrpənˈdɪkjʊˈlærɪti/
Definitions
- (n.) The state or quality of being perpendicular; especially the property in law or surveying that ensures structures or lines meet at right angles.
The surveyor confirmed the perpendicularity of the boundary lines to avoid disputes.
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In legal drafting, ensuring perpendicularity can be critical to defining boundaries or structural compliance; clarity in measurement is essential to prevent litigation.
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