adverb
- in the direction of the length; along the longest dimension
Examples
- Fold the paper lengthways to make it narrower.
- The table was placed lengthways against the wall.
- Cut the cucumber lengthways into thin strips.
- The boat was moored lengthways along the dock.
- She arranged the books lengthways on the shelf.
- The fabric should be cut lengthways for the best drape.