adverb
- in the direction of the breadth; across the width
Examples
- Fold the paper breadthwise to make it narrower.
- The fabric should be cut breadthwise rather than along its length.
- She measured the room breadthwise to determine how much carpet was needed.
- The board was placed breadthwise across the opening.
- Cut the vegetables breadthwise into thin slices.
- The banner was hung breadthwise across the stage.