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[けい(経)·せん(線)]
keisen
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 経線

noun, no adjective
  1. meridian; longitude
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Definition and Synonyms for 経線

Line Of Longitude an imaginary great circle on the surface of the earth passing through the north and south poles at right angles to the equator
Synonyms: 子午線, 経度, 経線

Meanings for each kanji in 経線

» sutra; longitude; pass thru; expire; warp
» line; track

Categories 経線 is a member of

Great Circle a circular line on the surface of a sphere formed by intersecting it with a plane passing through the center
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