Perpendicular
Jargon-Free Definition
Lines that meet to make a right angle.
QCAA/AC9 Definition
Describes lines, segments or planes that intersect at an angle of
Examples of Word Use in School
- Draw a perpendicular line.
- Check whether the sides are perpendicular.
- Mark the right angle to show they are perpendicular.
Mathematical Definition
Two lines are perpendicular if the angle between them is