meridian
Translation
meridian, line of longitude, highest point, zenith
Examples
The Prime Meridian passes through Greenwich.
The Prime Meridian passes through Greenwich.
The sun reaches its meridian at noon.
The sun reaches its meridian at noon.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) meridian a line of longitude The Prime Meridian is at 0 degrees longitude.
Similar Words
Synonyms: longitude line, zenith
Etymology
From Latin 'merīdiānus' (of midday), from 'merīdiēs' (midday), which is composed of 'medius' (mid) + 'diēs' (day).
Memory Tips
Think of 'meri-dian' as 'mid-day'. This connects to the idea of noon, when the sun is at its highest point, which defines the line.