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horizontal union
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hormogonium
hormonal humor
hormone
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horizontal
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
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