axial

adj.

1. Relating to, characterized by, or forming an axis.
2. Located on, around, or in the direction of an axis.

axiality ax'i·al'i·ty (-ăl'ĭ-tē) n.
axially ax'i·al·ly adv.

Describes a layout disposed symmetrically about an axis, e.g. a basilican church.

1. pertaining to or deriving from an axis.
2. pertaining to or deriving from the axis bone of the vertebral column. See also axis.

• a. rotation — in chiropractic terms, the rotation of the vertebral column around the horizontal axis (Z-axis).
• a. skeleton — the skeleton of the head and trunk.

IN BRIEF: adj. - Of or relating to or resembling an axis of rotation; Relating to or attached to the axis adj. - Situated on or along or in the direction of an axis.

Tutor's tip: Vehicle wheels turn on "axles," figure skaters perform "axels" (spinning jumps), and the earth's "axial" rotation revolves around a mathematical axis. A plant, however, may have an "axil" ( between a stem or leaf and supporting branch).

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