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hor·i·zon·tal [ hàwri zónt'l ]

adjective

Definition:

1. level: parallel to the horizon

2. measured parallel to horizon: measured or operating in a plane parallel to the horizon

3. having same status: at the same level within an organization

a horizontal promotion

4. applied to all: applied equally to all members, parts, or aspects of something

a horizontal bonus

5. of horizon: relating to the horizon

6. lying down: lying down or in a reclining position ( informal )

7. genetics of transfer of genetic material: relating to the transfer of genetic material from one individual to another of a different species

noun (plural hor·i·zon·tals)

Definition:

something horizontal: a horizontal line, surface, or position

[Mid-16th century. < French, or modern Latin horizontalis< late Latin horizont-, stem of horizon (see horizon)]

hor·i·zon·tal·i·ty [ hàwri zon tállətee ] noun

hor·i·zon·tal·ly adverb

hor·i·zon·tal·ness [ hàwri zónt'lnəss ] noun