radial
/ˈɹeɪdi.əl/ adjective C2- Arranged like rays that radiate from, or converge to, a common centre. · The spokes on most modern bicycle wheels are tangential to the hub rather than radial.
- Of, or relating to a radius (line joining to a geometric centre). · What is the relationship between arc length and radial length?
- Moving or acting along a radius. · radial velocity
- Of, or relating to the radius bone.
- Of, or relating to the radius (vein), and/or the wing areas next to it.
- Developing uniformly on all sides.
- Having reinforcing cords placed in parallel across the tyre at 90 degrees to the direction of travel, especially as contrasted with cross-ply; see also radial tyre.
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