Lateral (adj)
lat-uh-rel
Of or relating to the side; situated at, proceeding from, or directed to a side.
First recorded in 1590–1600; from Latin laterālis “of the side,” equivalent to later- (stem of latus ) “side”
Example sentences
“We are surrounded by snowy hills, making the lateral view one of incredible beauty!”
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