axial

UK /ˈæk.sɪ.əl/ US /ˈæk.si.əl/
adj 4noun 2

Definitions

adj

1

Relating to, resembling, or situated on an axis

The axial asymmetry of Mercury's inertia ellipsoid may result in a torque that counterbalances the tidal torque

2

Belonging to the axis of the body, or to the axis of any appendage or organ

the axial skeleton

the axial bones

3

In the same direction as the axis, parallel to the axis.

The secondary xylem usually consists of axial and radial elements.

4

Oriented parallel to the axis running through the centre of a cyclohexane ring, as opposed to equatorial. See Axial bond.

noun

1

A flight feather that appears between the primaries and secondaries on some birds.

2

A plane parallel to the surface of a tooth.

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